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Air Vanuatu collapse poses challenges for returning RSE workers
Sunday, 19 May 2024, 6:09 am | RNZ
Delays in passports being issued and limited airline options are some of the issues employers face to book flights for RSE workers from Vanuatu. More >>
Hamilton Lotto Player Wins $1 Million
Sunday, 19 May 2024, 5:05 am | lottonz.co.nz
One lucky Lotto player from Hamilton will be having a great night after winning $1 million with Lotto First Division in tonight’s live Lotto draw. More >>
TradieGuide Launches New Storage Guide Websites For Dunedin, Porirua, And Invercargill
Saturday, 18 May 2024, 1:28 pm | TradieGuide
These guides aim to provide users with detailed insights into local storage facilities, ensuring they can make informed decisions based on their specific needs. More >>
TradieGuide Announces The Launch Of Comprehensive Asbestos Removal Guide Websites In New Zealand
Saturday, 18 May 2024, 1:27 pm | TradieGuide
TradieGuide has launched three new guide websites to provide comprehensive information and services related to asbestos removal in Christchurch, Porirua, and Timaru. More >>
Will Kiwis Ditch Cash? Reserve Bank Consults On Digital Currency
Saturday, 18 May 2024, 5:09 am | Hugh Grant
This digital version of New Zealand's dollar has the potential to revolutionize the way Kiwis pay for goods and services, prompting the question: will cash eventually become a relic of the past? More >>
'Buyers control narrative', mortgage rates drop: What is happening with the NZ housing market this week?
Friday, 17 May 2024, 8:01 pm | RNZ
Analysis - What the latest data shows about where the market is at right now. More >>
More Than A Million Trays Of Kiwifruit To Be Destroyed After Mice Found
Friday, 17 May 2024, 7:44 pm | RNZ
Zespri says the shipment in Belgium will be turned into biofuel after it became clear it was unsalvageable. More >>
Kiwi Inventor Seeks To Change The World Of Fishing And Ocean Care With Sustainable Fishing Products
Friday, 17 May 2024, 3:43 pm | Ecobaits
A Whangaparaoa entrepreneur has created new eco-friendly bait products using biodegradable ingredients that stays on a fishhook for longer than other baits, enabling more fish to be caught more cheaply, and giving anglers ‘real value for money’. Ecobaits ... More >>
New Report Shares Investment Playbook For Māori Founders
Friday, 17 May 2024, 3:33 pm | Tapuwae Roa
The report also highlights some of the broader issues and challenges rakahinonga Māori face when accessing capital, suggesting improvements to educational resources and increasing investment in minority founders as two systemic changes that will ... More >>
Garage Project Celebrates Major Wins At The Australian International Beer Awards
Friday, 17 May 2024, 2:39 pm | Garage Project
Garage Project Brewery was honoured with the double header of Champion Large International Brewery, and Champion International Beer, solidifying its reputation as a leading force in the beer industry. More >>
Waipuna Rise Unveils Exclusive Residences In Thriving Property Market
Friday, 17 May 2024, 1:52 pm | Bayleys
An exclusive release of 42 mixed-style apartments and 10 terraced homes are being marketed for sale at Waipuna Rise, thoughtfully positioned on gently undulating terrain so that each residence receives an extraordinary amount of sunshine throughout the ... More >>
Taylors Contracting Rock Export From Port Tarakohe A Triumph Of Planning And Collaboration
Friday, 17 May 2024, 1:16 pm | Walters PR
Taylors Contracting has successfully completed its first 3,000 tonne rock export from Port Tarakohe to the lower North Island due to careful planning in response to resource consent requirements and site constraints. More >>
Rising Insolvencies Signal Ongoing Economic Struggle For NZ Businesses
Friday, 17 May 2024, 1:09 pm | Scope Communications
Latest insolvency figures reveal NZ businesses are continuing to feel the economic strain, with most sectors seeing year-on-year increases in business failures. More >>
New Podcast: Thrift Brings Helpful Tips And Hands-on Hints To Get The Most Out Of Your Money
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:25 pm | Radio New Zealand
With 'out and about' audio, lively discussions and hands-on hints, Thrift is on a mission to meet people who are saving money and to help build a community that can do the same. More >>
Pax8 Launches Pax8 Tech For Nonprofit
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:24 pm | Pax8
A global program designed to help MSPs empower nonprofits More >>
BLUNT Has Officially Become A Certified B Corporation
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:20 pm | Blunt Umbrella
This certification solidifies our dedication to fostering positive change and doing business for good. BLUNT now joins a community of over 8,500 B Corps worldwide leading the charge towards a more sustainable future across more than 160 industries and ... More >>
Total Realty Expands To Alexandra With Low Commission Real Estate Model
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:15 pm | Total Realty
The newly launched location will offer the same competitive 1.5% commission rate that has popularised Total Realty in other regions, including Southland. Prospective home sellers and buyers in Alexandra can now benefit from substantial savings on ... More >>
NZ Herald’s Madison Reidy Makes 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia List
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:14 pm | New Zealand Media and Entertainment
Reidy was nominated for the media, marketing and advertising category in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia List which honours the brightest young entrepreneurs and leaders. More >>
BCCM Says Fonterra Sale Another Blow For Australian Dairy Farmers
Friday, 17 May 2024, 12:04 pm | Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals
By Melina Morrison “The announcement by Fonterra that it intends to sell its Australian dairy processing assets is yet another blow to dairy farmers and a reminder about the precarious nature of our food security when staples like milk are passed around ... More >>
ACC Downgrades Safeguarding Māori From Injury And Sexual Violence
Friday, 17 May 2024, 11:35 am | PSA
Specialist Māori injury prevention roles slashed More >>
RBNZ Potential Catalyst Of New Inflationary Cycle
Friday, 17 May 2024, 11:33 am | Trend Analysis Network
Trend Analysis indicates that the RBNZ battle to temper inflation that was primarily driven by COVID responses is now entering a new inflationary cycle More >>
Business Price Indexes: March 2024 Quarter
Friday, 17 May 2024, 10:49 am | Stats NZ
Business price indexes includes the producers price index (PPI), capital goods price index (CGPI), and farm expenses price index (FEPI). More >>
Advanced Security Receives Multiple Categories At The Axis Oceania Partner Awards 2024
Friday, 17 May 2024, 10:34 am | Advanced Group
Axis Partners Awards (Photo supplied) Advanced Security, a leading provider of cutting-edge security solutions, is thrilled to announce its achievements at the Axis Oceania Partner Awards 2024. For the second year in a row, Advanced Security has received ... More >>
Mediaworks’ Outdoor Offering Expands In Tāmaki Makarau
Friday, 17 May 2024, 8:15 am | Mediaworks
Lincoln Road X Central Park Drive (Photo supplied) MediaWorks Outdoor continues to extend its reach across Tāmaki Makaurau switching on two new premium digital out-of-home sites this week. On the Hibiscus Coast Highway, by the entrance ... More >>
Changes To Network Infrastructure Pricing Could Mean Better Use And Investment
Friday, 17 May 2024, 5:52 am | New Zealand Infrastructure Commission
A study commissioned by the NZ Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, has found that changing the way New Zealand charges for some of its key network infrastructure services could ensure they are used more efficiently, guide better investment, and, ... More >>
FinCap Voices Report 2023 Launch
Friday, 17 May 2024, 5:48 am | FinCap
A new report which shows New Zealanders are struggling to pay increasing amounts of debt and are increasingly turning to financial mentors, comes after many financial mentoring services learned that their funding will end. More >>
INFINZ Awards Recognise Excellence In New Zealand’s Financial Services Ecosystem
Friday, 17 May 2024, 5:36 am | INFINZ
The primary goal of the INFINZ Awards is to raise standards through recognising and rewarding innovation and excellence. A key criterion is how financial sector participants have added value to their clients and to the wider financial services ecosystem. More >>
Huge Cost Of Workplace Bullying And Harassment Estimated In Groundbreaking Report
Friday, 17 May 2024, 5:23 am | Te Kahui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission
The report estimates the cost of bullying and harassment to New Zealand employers is around $1.5 billion a year, which is considered conservative as not all potential costs are included. More >>
Submissions Open For 12th ANZIIF New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards.
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 5:11 pm | ANZIIF
The Awards honour the remarkable accomplishments of individuals and businesses within New Zealand’s insurance industry, highlighting the collective success of the sector. More >>
RC Hobbies: A Hub For RC And Model Enthusiasts
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 5:04 pm | RC Hobbies
RC Hobbies, a leading hobby shop in Auckland , offers a wide range of remote-controlled vehicles, model kits, and hobby supplies for enthusiasts across New Zealand. Whether you are an avid collector or a newcomer to the hobby world, RC Hobbies provides high-quality ... More >>
Enhanced Protection For Vehicle Interiors: Custom Seat Covers On The Rise In NZ
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 5:03 pm | Rugged Valley
New Zealand drivers are increasingly turning to custom seat covers to protect their vehicle interiors. These covers offer an effective solution against the wear and tear of daily use, particularly in harsh environments. Custom-made seat covers provide More >>
NZIF’s Concern At Lack Of Funding For Science Which Is Limiting Our Ability To Unlocking Growth And Sustainability
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 4:26 pm | NZ Institute of Forestry
As the global community grapples with pressing environmental challenges, the forestry sector stands as one sector which offers sustainable solutions to mitigate climate change and drive economic progress. More >>
Construction Site Tour For Architects And Construction Professionals
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 4:12 pm | MidRise Wood
The Midrise Wood Construction team is pleased to host a free construction-stage tour of Ryman Healthcare’s newest retirement village, Kevin Hickmann village in Christchurch, on Thursday May 23rd, from 3-5pm. More >>
Range Rover Partners With Park Hyatt Auckland
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 4:01 pm | Land Rover
Effective from April, the partnership sees Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) New Zealand, distributors of Range Rover, contributing to the travel requirements of VIP hotel guests and management staff through premium transportation. More >>
109 Players Share Strike Must Be Won Jackpot
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 3:48 pm | Lotto New Zealand
Strike players from all around the motu will be celebrating after each winning $9,935 in last night’s Strike Must Be Won draw. The $1 million jackpot was not won by a single ticket and therefore rolled down to Division 2, where it was shared by 109 ... More >>
Motorola Solutions Showcases New Safety And Security Innovations At CCW
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 3:47 pm | Motorola Solutions
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) today unveiled new innovations across its safety and security ecosystem designed to help public safety agencies and enterprises communicate, collaborate and operate more efficiently and effectively. The highlights on display ... More >>
Failures By NZDF Undermined Ombudsman’s Investigation
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 3:46 pm | Office of the Ombudsman
The Chief Ombudsman says failures by the New Zealand Defence Force to share all crucial information had a major impact on his ability to fully investigate earlier Operation Burnham complaints and undermined the fundamental purposes of the OIA. More >>
Deposit Takers Standards Open For Consultation
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 2:24 pm | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
The Reserve Bank is consulting on policy proposals for new core prudential standards to be made under the Deposit Takers Act 2023 (DTA). More >>
VAST Data, Superna Sign Integration Deal To Enable Zero Trust
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 2:13 pm | VAST Data
VAST Data, the AI data platform company, today announced a partnership with Superna, the global leader in data security and cyberstorage solutions for on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. More >>
Whāriki Stands Up Against Racism Towards Māori Businesses
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 1:27 pm | Whariki Maori Business Network
Whāriki, an advocate for Māori businesses, is speaking out against the increasing racial discrimination faced by pakihi Māori entrepreneurs. More >>
Teletrac Navman Helps Fleets Decarbonise With New Expert Podcast Series
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 1:03 pm | Teletrac Navman
The podcast covers the energy options for a mixed energy fleet and the reasons for and against change, while also discussing the difference between 'at-scale’ and ‘scaling’ technologies and what the options will potentially look like in five ... More >>
New Campaign Platforms Business Support For Cycleways
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 12:11 pm | Bike Auckland
Bike Auckland has today launched the Cycling Works campaign to give a voice to businesses supporting safe cycling routes in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. More >>
ASB Becomes First NZ Bank To Partner With Hidden Disabilities Sunflower To Help All Customers Feel Seen
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 11:07 am | ASB Bank
“Led by our own Neurodiversity Network Group, this initiative is another way we are building on the extra care and support options we have available for our customers, and showing up in a way that responds to specific needs.” More >>
Fuelling The Fern: My Food Bag Stands Behind Kiwi Olympians As Proud Partner
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 11:05 am | My Food Bag
My Food Bag announces its partnership with the New Zealand Olympic Committee, supporting the New Zealand Team as they head to the Paris 2024 Olympics. More >>
Tiny Home To Be Auctioned For Tradies Mental Health
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 10:57 am | Live Well Build Well
A tiny home worth more than $200,000 is set to be auctioned at a $1 reserve, with proceeds to go towards an organisation which helps tradies look after their mental health and wellbeing. More >>
HIKO Hub Launches: New Co-working Precinct Opens At The University Of Waikato
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 10:50 am | University of Waikato
The University of Waikato has officially opened HIKO hub, its innovative co-working precinct for businesses at its Hamilton campus. More >>
Mid-term Review Of Low-fixed Charges Misses Key Point Of 2004 Regulations
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 10:36 am | Ecobulb
A review half-way through a five-year phase out of electricity price caps must include the harmful impact on energy efficiency, an energy efficiency expert says. More >>
Milestone Utility-scale Solar Farm In Northland Drives Energy Resilience Through Innovation
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 9:53 am | Infratec
Infratec and NewPower Energy are proud to announce the launch of the Naumai solar farm, Northland’s newest utility-scale solar energy project. Owned by NewPower Energy and designed and built by Infratec, the 4.8MW solar farm represents a significant ... More >>
What You Need To Know Before A Business Trip To The UAE
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 9:50 am | Hugh Grant
The UAE has favorable laws for businesses and is attracting conglomerates from all over the world. Read this article for tips to make the most of your business trip to the country. More >>
Mindful Money Announces Finalists For 4th Annual Ethical & Impact Investment Awards
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 9:22 am | Mindful Money
Mindful Money has announced the finalists for the fourth annual Ethical and Impact Investment Awards. These awards recognise standout investors and individuals who have demonstrated commitment and expertise in driving sustainability and impact through ... More >>
Deloitte's ‘2024 Global Human Capital Trends’ Report Identifies Trust And Human Sustainability As Top Issues
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 9:14 am | Deloitte
Deloitte’s The Global Human Capital Trends 2024 report, “Thriving Beyond Boundaries: Human Performance in a Boundaryless World,” identifies key trends that showcase how a combination of business and human outcomes play a role in organisational success. More >>
Update From Christchurch City Holdings Ltd Directors
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 9:10 am | Christchurch City Holdings Limited
Bridget Geisen and Gill Cox have confirmed that they will continue as directors of Christchurch City Holdings Limited (CCHL) together with the two Councillor appointed directors, Sara Templeton and Sam MacDonald. More >>
Duncan Garner Goes Live With New Look Editor-in-chief Podcast
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 8:06 am | Mediaworks
MediaWorks today announced that Garner’s popular Editor-in-Chief podcast will relaunch next week as a live breakfast show. More >>
ASB Lowers Mortgage Rates Again
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 7:52 am | ASB Bank
Effective immediately the three-year term will drop 26 basis points from 6.65% to 6.39%, with the four-year rate falling 10 points from 6.49% to 6.39%. More >>
Opening Up About Mental Wellbeing In The Transport Sector
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 7:44 am | Groov
Sir John Kirwan shares his Triple-A Battery tips for keeping drivers on top - Breathing, walking slowly and savouring your morning coffee may not sound like a revolutionary medical treatment, but if you’re a truck driver struggling with your mental health, ... More >>
The Rise Of Community Coworking
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 7:30 am | Hugh Grant
Community coworking is a movement centered around affordability, inclusivity, and community. It focuses on both social and professional experiences, rather than prioritizing work above all else, as traditional coworking does. More >>
Productivity Reset Needed To Help Push Inflation Down, Says ASB
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 7:26 am | ASB Bank
New Zealand’s low productivity performance is likely to be a factor behind New Zealand’s sustained high inflation according to ASB. Low productivity is a key reason we are less well off than many OECD peers, with New Zealanders having lower ... More >>
Two Lotto Players Win $500,000
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 4:32 am | Lotto New Zealand
The winning tickets were sold on MyLotto to players from Auckland and Taupō. More >>
How New Zealand Got Through The Power Supply Threat By A Narrow Margin
Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 7:41 pm | RNZ
Analysis - A combination of consumer and business conservation measures and cranked up power stations met demand, Gyles Beckford writes. More >>
NZ Cleantech Delegation Heading To South Korea
Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 5:25 pm | Asia New Zealand Foundation
Eleven business leaders from New Zealand's ESG and clean technology sectors will travel to South Korea in May to explore the country's growing sustainable solutions market and make connections. More >>
