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Two Lotto Players Win $500,000
Saturday, 8 March 2025, 9:26 pm | Lotto New Zealand
Powerball was not struck this evening and has rolled over to Wednesday night, where the jackpot will be $8 million. Strike Four has also rolled over tonight and will be $400,000 on Wednesday night. More >>
Researcher Outlines Plan For Higher Tax On Well-Off Pensioners
Saturday, 8 March 2025, 6:21 pm | RNZ
A researcher is suggesting providing NZ Super as a tax-free grant, and taxing other income at higher rates. More >>
Whanganui Wahine Stopped Leaving Pak'n Save Hopes Shoppers Are Aware Of New Tax Policy
Friday, 7 March 2025, 8:43 pm | RNZ
Under tax legislation introduced in 2023, businesses must collect customer details for purchases over $1000 but staff at Pak'n Save Whanganui failed to explain that to Taysha Puohotaua Williams. More >>
Federated Farmers Welcome Support For Drought-Hit Regions
Friday, 7 March 2025, 6:46 pm | Federated Farmers
Northland president Colin Hannah says the declaration is recognition of the growing seriousness for farmers of well-below-normal rainfall. More >>
Critical Infrastructure Investment In Hokitika Airport
Friday, 7 March 2025, 6:44 pm | NZ Airports Association
This investment will ensure the airport is well-positioned to meet future demand and continue playing its critical role in connecting West Coast communities to the rest of New Zealand. More >>
Sky Tower Glows For International Women’s Day
Friday, 7 March 2025, 6:35 pm | SKYCITY Auckland
For the second consecutive year, SkyCity has also maintained its Advanced GenderTick status in New Zealand, reflecting its ongoing dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace. More >>
IAG New Zealand On Standby To Assist Those Affected By Cyclone Alfred In Australia
Friday, 7 March 2025, 6:19 pm | IAG New Zealand
IAG New Zealand team members are standing by to travel to Australia to assess property damage caused by the cyclone. Additionally, New Zealand based teams are also ready to assist affected customers and the IAG Australia disaster response teams behind-the-scenes. More >>
Retail Crime Is Out Of Control – Why Business Owners Can’t Wait For Government Action
Friday, 7 March 2025, 5:57 pm | Hugh Grant
CCTV, access control, security alarms, and high-resolution surveillance cameras don’t just capture crime; they stop it before it happens. For retailers, these systems are no longer an optional expense. They are a necessary investment in survival. More >>
The Ultimate Guide To Turning Negative Reviews Into Positive Outcomes For Hoteliers
Friday, 7 March 2025, 4:35 pm | STAAH
Online reviews can make or break a hotel’s reputation. Instead of fearing negative reviews, use them as opportunities to engage with guests, make improvements, and showcase excellent customer service. More >>
Health System Serious Approach Needed
Friday, 7 March 2025, 4:02 pm | BusinessNZ
BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich said a high-functioning health system was critical for enabling New Zealanders to lead healthy, productive lives. More >>
Christchurch Airport Unveils Stunning Welcome For The World.
Friday, 7 March 2025, 2:51 pm | Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport Chief Executive Justin Watson says the project goes beyond aesthetics to create a truly immersive experience. More >>
Deep Concerns About Undue Influence At NZME
Friday, 7 March 2025, 1:45 pm | E tu
NZME delegate Isaac Davison said the takeover proposal created significant uncertainty about the company's potential direction and the newsroom's editorial independence. More >>
Danny’s Desks And Chairs Brings Premium Office Furniture To Cairns And Toowoomba
Friday, 7 March 2025, 12:15 pm | Danny's Desks and Chairs
For those in need of office furniture in Cairns, Danny’s Desks and Chairs offers a diverse range, including ergonomic office chairs, executive desks, height-adjustable workstations, and storage solutions such as filing cabinets and bookcases. More >>
2025 Hawke’s Bay/Wairarapa Dairy Industry Awards
Friday, 7 March 2025, 9:47 am | New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards
Chris Hillier was named the region’s Share Farmer of the Year at the annual awards dinner held at the Copthorne Masterton on Thursday. Grace Te Kahika was named the 2025 Hawke’s Bay/Wairarapa Dairy Manager of the Year and Pieter van Beek the 2025 ... More >>
Financial Advice New Zealand Announces 2025 Awards
Friday, 7 March 2025, 9:31 am | Financial Advice New Zealand
The Financial Advice New Zealand Awards recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations in the financial advice sector. More >>
New Study Reveals The World’s Best Value Tourist Attractions
Friday, 7 March 2025, 8:50 am | Premier Inn
With half of the global top 10 consisting of Asian attractions, the region stands out as one of the best-value travel destinations. More >>
TimeCamp: The Best Automatic Time Tracking Software For Businesses
Friday, 7 March 2025, 8:24 am | Hugh Grant
Automatic time tracking is not just about keeping track of working hours—it is a powerful tool for businesses to analyse productivity, reduce wasted time, and make informed decisions. More >>
Canadian Billionaire Makes Move To Take Over Board Of NZME
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 6:03 pm | RNZ
An Auckland-based Canadian billionaire is leading a move to dump the board of media company NZME. More >>
Building Cyber Resilience With Yubico And Microsoft
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 5:41 pm | Yubico
Yubico understands the gravity of these threats and is committed to making organisations both phishing-resistant and cyber-resilient. Through our ongoing partnership with Microsoft, we are delivering modern, phishing-resistant MFA solutions to enable businesses ... More >>
Turning A New Leaf: Introducing Strathmore Park, Residential Subdivision, Tokoroa, South Waikato
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 3:43 pm | S and L Land Specialists
Strathmore Park will offer a range of housing options, from affordable starter homes to spacious family dwellings and smart executive homes, ensuring there's something for everyone. More >>
Biomaterials: Industry Will Benefit From Scion Fibre Expertise
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 3:13 pm | Innovatek
Local scientists at Scion are strongly represented in key biomaterial research focused on developing new sustainable products. The overall aim is to contribute to a sustainable economy by unlocking the potential of bio-based and hybrid fabrics. Scion joined ... More >>
Everyone In Christchurch Rides Free For International Women's Day 8 March
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 3:01 pm | Ario
As part of its commitment to safe, smart, and accessible transport, Ario is removing cost barriers for the day and supporting local communities. For every new Ario app download, 25 cents will be donated to SHE Women’s Refuge. More >>
Air New Zealand Chief Executive Greg Foran To Step Down In October 2025
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 2:15 pm | Air New Zealand
Reflecting on his five years with the airline, Greg Foran says, leading Air New Zealand has been one of the greatest privileges of my career. It’s been an incredible experience alongside an exceptional team. More >>
Happy Air Heat Pumps Provides Reliable Heating And Cooling Solutions In Auckland
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 2:09 pm | Happy Air Heat Pumps
Happy Air Heat Pumps offers consultations and professional installations across Auckland. Their team ensures each system is correctly installed and optimised for maximum performance, helping customers achieve cost savings and year-round comfort. More >>
Stuff Group Retains Number One Position In Huge Quarter For News, Nielsen Results Show
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 2:04 pm | Stuff
The latest survey covers the last quarter of 2024, which saw some of the largest local and international news events of the year including the US election, Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti and Team New Zealand’s successful defence of the Auld Mug in the ... More >>
Stuff Group Dominates Global Media Award Finalist List
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 1:54 pm | Stuff
The INMA Awards saw more than 800 entries from organisations in 49 countries, with Stuff Group dominating the entries from New Zealand. The INMA Global Media Awards winners will be announced in May. More >>
NZ Post Cost-Cutting Another Blow To Kiwi Employment
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 12:55 pm | E Tu
The Government should be prioritising having Kiwis in jobs. They might save in some running costs, but they’ll lose out in tax revenue and unemployment benefits. More >>
Danny’s Desks And Chairs Delivers Custom Office Fitout Solutions Across Australia
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 12:35 pm | Danny's Desks and Chairs
Danny’s Desks and Chairs remains a trusted provider of office fitout solutions, offering expert planning, quality furnishings, and a seamless installation process. Businesses can explore their fitout options online or schedule a consultation for ... More >>
ASB Further Boosts Rural Commitment With New Head Of Food & Fibre
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 11:49 am | ASB
Kristen joins ASB from Fonterra where she was most recently Director of Capital Strategy. Starting her career as a Chartered Accountant, Kristen has worked across a variety of roles at organisations including Fonterra, Turners & Growers and Goodman Fielder. More >>
Introducing iWorkplace Elements: Transform Your Digital Workplace
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 11:35 am | Information Leadership
CEO, Sarah Heal, said iWorkplace Elements was born out of hearing peoples’ frustration with poorly organised and managed Microsoft 365 deployments. More >>
Gallagher Security Expands Digital Badge Program Across APAC IMEA
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 11:21 am | Gallagher Security
Following a successful launch and roll out across Australia and Papua New Guinea in 2023, Gallagher today announced their Digital Badge program is now available to Channel Partners and End Users across the rest of APAC IMEA. More >>
Building Activity Down 4.4 Percent In December 2024 Quarter
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 11:20 am | Stats NZ
Residential building work fell 4.9 percent to $4.5 billion and non-residential building work fell 3.1 percent to $2.8 billion (seasonally adjusted) in the final quarter of 2024. More >>
Environmental-Economic Accounts: Data To 2023
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 11:12 am | Stats NZ
Stats NZ’s environmental-economic accounts show the interactions between the environment and the economy to provide a clearer understanding of environmental-economic pressures, dependencies, trade-offs, and impacts. More >>
RBNZ Advisory: Economic Research Conference Programme And Link To Livestream
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 10:17 am | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
This morning's keynote address by Dr Ben Bernanke is titled: On inflation targeting. A link to Dr Bernanke's speech will also be available shortly after he starts speaking at about 9.45am. More >>
Accenture Technology Vision 2025: New Age Of AI To Bring Unprecedented Autonomy To Business
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 9:57 am | Accenture
New research from Accenture finds a new era of digitization is unfolding — one in which AI continuously learns and drives new levels of autonomy across organizations, positioning trust in its performance as the most important measure organizations ... More >>
Inconsistent Leadership Is Hurting Kiwi SME Success, Says SME Specialist
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 9:17 am | Team Fusion International
Recent data from Xero shows SME sales fell 2.7% year-on-year in the September 2024 quarter, following a 1.4% decline in June. Over 31% of small businesses reduced staff in the past year. More >>
Consumer NZ Calls For An End To The Surcharge Swindle
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 8:54 am | Consumer NZ
Currently, there are no regulations in New Zealand on surcharges, only guidelines. The guidelines recommend surcharges be transparent, avoidable and not excessive. Unfortunately, these recommendations are often ignored, to the detriment of shoppers. More >>
Perfect Paradox: Urgent Focus On Affordability And Infrastructure In Global Energy Report
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 8:50 am | BusinessNZ
New Zealand is not alone in its desire for more affordable and reliable energy. This year’s Monitor shows this is the number one growing concern for businesses and households around the world. More >>
Business Confidence Steady Despite Economic Uncertainties – February 2025 Confidence Survey
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 8:25 am | Auckland Business Chamber
“Business confidence has improved slightly, with fewer businesses reporting negative sentiment. At the same time, underperformance and revenue pressures have eased, showing signs of resilience in tough conditions,” said Simon Bridges, CEO of the Auckland More >>
How The Best Life Insurance Policy Can Secure Your Future And Provide Peace Of Mind
Thursday, 6 March 2025, 8:21 am | Hugh Grant
Life insurance coverage, also known as sum assured, is the amount paid to beneficiaries upon the policyholder's death or at policy maturity. The insurance benefit provides financial security to dependents so they can handle current needs and fund their ... More >>
$1.5 Million Win For Lucky New Plymouth Strike Player
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 10:02 pm | Lotto New Zealand
Powerball was not struck this evening and has rolled over to Saturday night, where the jackpot will be $6 million. More >>
Spark Tank: Igniting Young Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 7:06 pm | Hawkes Bay Chamber of Commerce
Spark Tank is a key event in the YES calendar, providing high school students with a unique opportunity to present their business ideas to speed coaches. More >>
Juice Electrical Delivers Expert Electrical Services And Heat Pump Solutions In Rolleston
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 6:45 pm | Juice Electrical
“Our team is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality electrical solutions tailored to the needs of Rolleston residents,” said a spokesperson for Juice Electrical. More >>
2-3GW Trans-Tasman HVDC Cable Set To Increase Supply, Decrease Price Of Electricity For Kiwis
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 6:40 pm | Taslink
Taslink is a 2-3GW HVDC submarine cable extending 2,600km across the Tasman Sea to facilitate the two-way trade of surplus electricity between Australia and New Zealand. More >>
Expansion Of Aotearoa New Zealand Stewardship Code To Include Investment Service Providers
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 6:30 pm | Stewardship Code Aotearoa NZ
Code Director Jackson Rowland says investment service providers can include financial advisors, investment consultants, proxy advisors, and data and research providers. More >>
One Month Countdown: NZ’s Top Butchers Countdown To Paris To Take On The World’s Best
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 5:29 pm | World Butchers Challenge
Preceding this event, five of New Zealand’s top, young butchers will also compete in the World Champion Butcher Apprentice & Young Butcher Competitions. More >>
Queenstown's Fergburger launches investigation after another customer complaint
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 3:30 pm | RNZ
The company says it's trying to figure out if there was a "misunderstanding in communication". More >>
Donald Trump's Tariffs Will Be 'Pretty Ugly' For KiwiSavers, Providers Warn
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 3:12 pm | RNZ
US President Donald Trump's tariff war is likely to be "pretty ugly" for New Zealanders' KiwiSaver balances, providers are warning - but the impact may not last. More >>
Gender Gap In NZ Horticulture Leadership: Call For Action Ahead Of International Women’s Day
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 2:00 pm | Women in Horticulture
WiH believes flexibility is crucial for both training and employment opportunities to help women juggle multiple roles and family commitments, alongside pursuing a horticultural career. More >>
Valentine’s Day Spending Blooms Within An Otherwise Tough Month For The Retail Sector
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 1:32 pm | Worldline
The small positive growth rate seen in January did persist into the first week of February but we then saw spending drop on last year amongst Core Retail merchants in Worldline’s network for the following three weeks. More >>
New Vehicle Registrations Show Mixed Trends In February Amid Market Adjustments
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 1:06 pm | Motor Industry Association
While consumer demand for SUVs and hybrid vehicles continues to grow, the pace of electric vehicle (EV) adoption remains sluggish, posing a challenge in meeting stricter CO targets. More >>
Marlborough’s First Inland Port Opens, Enhancing Regional Trade And Connectivity
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 1:06 pm | Port Nelson Ltd
Local government, industry representatives and Rangitāne attended the official opening ceremony, with a key highlight being Rangitāne gifting the name Honomai to the facility. McLeod said celebrating the collaboration and investment that made the inland port ... More >>
Value Of New Zealand’s Circular Economy Soars To $5.5 Billion As Record Numbers Shop Secondhand
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 12:59 pm | Trade Me Limited
Buying secondhand has never been more popular with a record 89 per cent of Kiwi having bought pre-loved in the last six months. That’s up two per cent on last year, and we’re seeing the highest levels of secondhand shopping since we started tracking ... More >>
Danny’s Desks And Chairs Showcases Executive Desks And Ergonomic Seating For Gold Coast Workspaces
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 12:13 pm | Danny's Desks and Chairs
The collection includes Hamilton Executive Desk, featuring a durable laminate finish & integrated storage, & Apex Corner Workstation, which optimises workspace efficiency with built-in cable management. These desks combine style & practicality, ensuring ... More >>
Private Sector Joins Up To Unlock New, Large Scale Clean Energy Generation
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 12:07 pm | Business New Zealand
PPA agreements involve pre-purchasing power over a 10-20 year-period by medium to large energy users, including manufacturers, commercial buildings and others. More >>
Airways Commences Consultation On Pricing For Next Three-year Cycle
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 12:03 pm | Airways New Zealand
In announcing the consultation commencement, Airways acknowledges the challenging times the aviation industry is facing, with an inflationary environment coupled with a soft growth outlook and supply chain challenges. More >>
Public Petition Launches To Save NZ’s Most Popular Golf Course
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 11:56 am | Takapuna Golf Course
A public meeting will be held at the Takapuna Golf Course clubhouse between 2pm – 4pm on March 8th. More >>
“It’s Wonderful… But What The Heck!” Couple From The Hauraki District Claim $10.5 Million Powerball Prize
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 11:26 am | Lotto New Zealand
“When I pulled up, I told myself – ‘I’m going to win Lotto tonight,’ but you don’t really think it will happen to you, do you?” More >>
Rubrik's New Capabilities Set To Transform Cyber Resilience Across Cloud, Hypervisor And SaaS Platforms
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 10:59 am | Rubrik
With the introduction of Identity Recovery, Rubrik delivers the industry’s most comprehensive, automated, and secure solution for protecting hybrid identity environments across Entra ID and Active Directory (AD). More >>
Watercare Activates Drought Plan, Stresses Water Restrictions Unlikely
Wednesday, 5 March 2025, 10:50 am | Watercare
“Watercare is responsible for ensuring the situation is managed. In line with the plan, they’ve provided an update on what they’re doing and how they’re dealing with the situation. I’m satisfied Watercare has it under control and is taking ... More >>
