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Nutanix Extends AI Platform To Public Cloud
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 1:19 pm | Nutanix
Nutanix Enterprise AI provides an easy-to-use, unified generative AI experience on-premises, at the edge and now in public clouds. More >>
Strategic SEO Pivotal For Growth In Tech & SaaS Industries
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 12:12 pm | TomMcSherry.com
Effective SEO for SaaS involves deep industry knowledge and a strategic approach to content, keywords, and online authority. This specificity helps SaaS companies stand out in a highly competitive market, drawing in qualified leads and converting ... More >>
Sustained Success - Generate’s KiwiSaver Funds Post Impressive Quarterly Result
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 11:54 am | Generate
Generate’s highly experienced investment team actively manage our funds – and the proof is in our consistent long-term results. More >>
Naike Wellness Hub Brings Life To Rural New Zealand
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 11:51 am | Naike Wellness Hub
Conceptualised as an affordable, local gym alternative for the rural community, the centre prides itself on inclusivity. The concept of the centre began in 2021 with community consultation, liaison with other gyms, and help from local volunteers. More >>
Snowflake Unveils Snowflake Intelligence: The Future Of Data Agents For Enterprise AI
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 11:47 am | Snowflake
Snowflake Intelligence is a groundbreaking platform that will empower business users to create data agents, so they can analyse, summarise, and take action from their enterprise data More >>
Datadog Introduces Kubernetes Active Remediation To Provide Curated Guidance And End-to-End Management Of Kubernetes
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 11:41 am | Datadog
Kubernetes Active Remediation offers the deeper insights at scale that teams need by providing a comprehensive overview of cluster-level resource problems ranked by their importance and relevance. More >>
PMA Group CEO Debbie Sorensen Appointed To New Zealand's Social Investment Board
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 10:49 am | Pasifika Medical Association Group
The PMA Group announces the appointment of its CEO, Debbie Sorensen, to the newly established Social Investment Board. This esteemed board has been formed to provide expert advice on implementing a social investment approach across the public sector ... More >>
Thousands To Bag A Surprise As Air New Zealand Celebrates New Everyday Rewards Loyalty Partnership With Grocery Giveaway
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 9:45 am | Air New Zealand
The nationwide giveaway marks the launch of Air New Zealand’s new loyalty partnership with Woolworths' Everyday Rewards, offering customers fresh ways to earn Airpoints Dollars™ through their everyday shopping. More >>
Consumer NZ Reveals 2024’s Best And Worst Mobile Phone Providers
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 9:35 am | Consumer NZ
“With ongoing cost-of-living pressures, value for money remains a priority. But no matter their personal needs, all customers expect reliable coverage and responsive support from their providers. This year’s top-rated providers performed well in ... More >>
Scapegrace Unveils New Zealand’s Largest Distillery
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 8:33 am | Scapegrace Distilling Co
The $30-million-dollar project (NZD) has been eight years in the making and will allow the brand a huge upscale in production as it takes its distinctly New Zealand spirits to the world. More >>
New Zealanders Embrace Digital Tools For Financial Empowerment Through Net Worth Tracking
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 5:29 pm | Pocketsmith
Financial experts emphasise the importance of keeping a close eye on one’s net worth as it provides a clear picture of one’s financial trajectory and is crucial for making informed financial decisions. More >>
Pead Recognises Internal Success With Recent Promotion
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 4:47 pm | Pead
Anna Farrera, Partner at Pead says, “One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is helping to build careers and Robynne is a great example of this. Having joined us as an intern in 2020, she’s now demonstrating her skills and thinking as a valued ... More >>
Matthew Rodgers Joins Wild Tech As Head Of Microsoft APAC To Support Regional Growth
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 4:25 pm | Wild Tech
In his new role, based in Kuala Lumpur, Rodgers will focus on strengthening finance and operations (F&O) capabilities, enhancing enterprise offerings, and driving deeper integration between Southeast Asia (SEA) and Australia-New Zealand (A/NZ) markets. More >>
Air New Zealand And Cathay Pacific Welcome New Zealand Ministerial Approval To Extend Partnership
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 4:24 pm | Air New Zealand
The re-authorisation of this alliance means we can continue providing better connectivity and more travel options for our customers, which is particularly important as both markets continue to recover from the pandemic. More >>
North Shore Family Have 30 Million Reasons To Celebrate After Claiming Second Largest Prize This Year
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 3:46 pm | Lotto New Zealand
The purchaser of the winning Powerball ticket brought some his children with him to Lotto HQ as he claimed the seventh-equal largest prize in Lotto NZ history. More >>
The Cost Of Trawling: 3,000 kg Dead Coral In One Year
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 3:07 pm | Greenpeace
The New Zealand trawl fleet pulled up and killed at least 2,676 kg of coral and sponges, the building blocks of ocean life, over a one-year period, according to the most up-to-date figures. More >>
Simplicity Private Equity Fund Buys 35.9% Of Stabicraft
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 3:00 pm | Simplicity
The acquisition is the seventh for the Private Equity Fund, which invests in successful privately-owned New Zealand businesses. More >>
Commerce Commission Secures $200k Penalty Against Lender Charging Up To 182.5% Interest
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 2:59 pm | Commerce Commission
The majority of loans Eagle MAN issued were to consumers who were financially strained, recent immigrants, or on temporary work visas – these consumers were likely facing significant need which could have made them more vulnerable to high-cost lenders. More >>
Retail Challenges Continue
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 1:52 pm | Retail NZ
Stats NZ’s latest Electronic Card Transactions shows a 1.1% fall in retail spending compared to October 2023. This follows a 5.6% fall in September, compared to the same month of 2023. More >>
Southland Power Trust To Acquire Full Ownership Of OtagoNet, Lakeland Network, And PowerNet
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 11:06 am | SEPSCT
Carl Findlater, Chair of SEPSCT, said the decision was motivated by the Trust’s commitment to support increasing demand for decarbonisation and electrification across the region. More >>
Reserve Bank Issues Warning To Quest Insurance Group Limited
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 10:18 am | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
As a prudential regulator the Reserve Bank has responsibility to ensure that all regulated entities (banks and insurers) follow the proper rules and regulations to ensure that New Zealand’s financial system is resilient. More >>
Accountability Key In Gen AI Guidance Issued By REA To Real Estate Sector
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 9:52 am | Real Estate Authority
REA’s guidance recognises the opportunities that new technology may bring and emphasises that licensees remain ultimately responsible for the real estate services they provide, including any error made by a Gen AI tool used in their work. More >>
Three In Five Kiwis At Risk Of Not Meeting Mortgage Repayments
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 9:03 am | FAMNZ
FAMNZ’s Consumer Access to Mortgages 2024 report, which polled 1000 consumers in partnership with Agile Market Intelligence, comes following a 3.8 per cent increase in the cost of living for the average household in the last year. More >>
Air New Zealand Wine Consultant Jim Harré Wines Down After 50 Years
Tuesday, 12 November 2024, 8:16 am | Air New Zealand
Over the past 50 years, Jim has smelt, sipped, and selected thousands of New Zealand’s best wines, and helped transform Air New Zealand’s inflight service, ensuring customers enjoy the very best of Aotearoa’s rich viticulture at 30,000ft. More >>
Has New Zealand Reached Peak Financial Hardship?
Monday, 11 November 2024, 8:18 pm | RNZ
We may be seeing the early signs of improvement in household finances. More >>
New Anchor Butter Owner Must Go Palm Kernel-free - Greenpeace
Monday, 11 November 2024, 7:25 pm | Greenpeace
Greenpeace launched legal proceedings against Fonterra earlier this year, challenging claims on its Anchor Butter packaging that the product is 100% New Zealand Grass-Fed. Greenpeace has also called on Fonterra to end the use of palm kernel across all its ... More >>
ANZIIF Acknowledge Mental Health Challenges Within The Insurance Industry
Monday, 11 November 2024, 4:13 pm | ANZIIF
ANZIIF acknowledge that insurance professionals often face high-pressure situations and, at times, backlash from the public, despite the critical role they play in supporting our communities. More >>
There's More To The Healing Power Of Turmeric
Monday, 11 November 2024, 3:55 pm | Golden Turmeric Limited
Golden Paste is a proven recipe to ensure maximum retention and absorption to reap all the incredible healing properties and health benefits Turmeric has to offer. More >>
Auckland Emphasises Importance Of Comprehensive Dental Services For Community Health
Monday, 11 November 2024, 1:50 pm | Dental Today
Auckland offers a variety of dental services to meet the needs of its population, including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic procedures. Local clinics provide services ranging from routine check-ups and cleanings to more specialised treatments. More >>
Enhanced Retaliatory Termination Protections Provide Crucial Balance To No-Fault Termination Rights
Monday, 11 November 2024, 12:00 pm | Auckland Property Investors Association
"The extended timeframe for tenants to seek remedies against retaliatory termination represents a significant step forward in achieving meaningful tenant protection," says Sarina Gibbon, General Manager of APIA. More >>
Construction Begins On Papareireiā Solar Farm In Northland
Monday, 11 November 2024, 11:55 am | The Great Scott Company
A joint venture between Tupu Tonu (the Ngāpuhi Investment Fund Ltd), Purpose Capital and Harbour Infrastructure, Papareireiā is expected to be completed in 2025. More >>
Storeman Killed In Racking Collapse
Monday, 11 November 2024, 11:48 am | WorkSafe NZ
33-year-old Franchesco Krueger was sweeping underneath racking, when it collapsed on him at United Steel in Wigram in November 2020. More >>
New President For Motor Trade Association
Monday, 11 November 2024, 11:38 am | Motor Trade Association
“I am thrilled and honoured to follow in the significant footsteps of not only Bob but all those who have gone before me for more than 100 years,” Mr Saunders says. More >>
Global Engineering Consultants Royal HaskoningDHV Expands APAC Operations
Monday, 11 November 2024, 11:29 am | Neon Black
Commitment to New Zealand office marks continued growth and investment in climate resilience, water management and maritime projects in the region. More >>
The Warehouse Group Undertakes Multi-Year Cloud Migration Aimed At Significant Cost Reduction And Productivity Gains
Monday, 11 November 2024, 11:06 am | The Warehouse Group
As part of its business optimisation strategy, it has partnered with cloud migration specialist LAB³ to move its applications to Azure public cloud. More >>
Fonterra To Proceed With Sale Process For Consumer Businesses
Monday, 11 November 2024, 10:43 am | Fonterra
CEO Miles Hurrell says, following a detailed scoping phase, the Co-op has decided to proceed with a sale process for these businesses. More >>
Sistema Proposes Sacking Over 100 Workers
Monday, 11 November 2024, 10:26 am | E Tu
The plastics manufacturer, which produces popular plastic storage products for both domestic and international markets, says the proposal is the result of declining sales and increasing costs. More >>
Energy Sector “Broken”; Sector Leaders To Meet To Discuss Future
Monday, 11 November 2024, 10:19 am | Auckland Business Chamber
Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges says that sustained high energy costs are one of the biggest challenges facing the economy. More >>
AMI Roadside Rescue On Us For New Drivers
Monday, 11 November 2024, 9:45 am | AMI
AMI Executive General Manager Consumer Brands, Paula ter Brake says: “At AMI, we understand the excitement and challenges new drivers face. We want them to feel safe and supported when they start driving, and a year of free AMI Roadside Rescue ... More >>
Fonterra Lifts FY25 Forecast Farmgate Milk Price
Monday, 11 November 2024, 9:28 am | Fonterra
The Co-operative also announced a narrowing of the forecast range from $8.25 - $9.75 per kgMS to $9.00 - $10.00 per kgMS. More >>
Local E-Waste Company Echo Partners With One NZ Aiming For Record-Breaking E-Waste Collection Day
Monday, 11 November 2024, 9:10 am | Echo
Echo’s CEO Patrick Moynahan says: “We encourage any households or businesses who have been wondering how to safely dispose of their e-waste to head along and be part of this exciting day!” More >>
Export Webinar: Optimising Opportunities For Pacific Food And Beverage Products In New Zealand
Monday, 11 November 2024, 8:46 am | Pacific Trade Invest
All you need to know to get your products into New Zealand supermarkets. More >>
New Zealand Rural Land Company Completes First Tranche Of Orchard Land Acquisition In Otago
Monday, 11 November 2024, 8:32 am | New Zealand Rural Land Co
The initial purchase was settled on Friday 8 November in part with $3.5m of NZL shares, issued at $1.58/sh (net asset value per share following the sale of a 25% interest in NZL’s portfolio) - 2,215,190 shares. More >>
Keraplast Hosts Rt Hon Christopher Luxon At Christchurch Facility
Monday, 11 November 2024, 8:18 am | Keraplast
The Prime Minister’s visit underscored the importance of ongoing investment in research and development, as well as the need for policies that support investment to add value to New Zealand strong wool. More >>
Rising Demand For Expert Commercial Painters In Auckland Amidst Property Upkeep Priorities
Monday, 11 November 2024, 5:59 am | SEAB Painting
With Sitesafe accreditation and a team of skilled professionals, SEAB Painting ensures that commercial projects are completed with an emphasis on quality, safety, and minimal disruption to business operations. More >>
Unlocking ‘Lazy’ Capital To Build New Infrastructure For Our Future
Sunday, 10 November 2024, 3:16 pm | Infrastructure New Zealand
New Zealand’s infrastructure gap is significant, and the long-term capital required to address it is a heavy burden for both central and local governments to bear alone. To overcome these challenges, we need to tap into capital. More >>
Effective Google Ads Management Key To Driving Business Growth
Sunday, 10 November 2024, 3:10 pm | TomMcSherry.com
Tom McSherry, a recognised Google Ads expert, has over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, specialising in designing and optimising Google Ads and SEO campaigns for businesses across diverse sectors. More >>
Can I Buy A House When I'm On A Fixed-term Contract? Ask Susan
Sunday, 10 November 2024, 5:56 am | RNZ
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions. More >>
Concern Over Unemployment Rate For Pasifika In Aotearoa
Sunday, 10 November 2024, 5:28 am | RNZ
The Pacific employment rate for the September 2024 quarter was at 60.8 percent, down from 63.3 percent for the same time last year. More >>
Two Powerball Players Win $5.25 Million
Sunday, 10 November 2024, 5:10 am | Lotto New Zealand
The prize is made up of $5 million from Powerball First Division and $250,000 from Lotto First Division. More >>
Auckland Business Owners Devastated By 96-day Rail Shutdown
Saturday, 9 November 2024, 7:08 pm | RNZ
One says they should have been given early notice because now they have pre-ordered stock in hopes of a busy summer. More >>
US Stocks Dominate Post-Election Trading
Saturday, 9 November 2024, 7:06 pm | RNZ
New Zealand investors appear to be looking for an opportunity to cash in on Donald Trump's US election victory. More >>
Paramount Earnings: Can Ellison Strike The Right Balance? [Parrot Analytics]
Saturday, 9 November 2024, 2:41 pm | Parrot Analytics
Skydance/Paramount’s challenge and opportunity lie in balancing its legacy strengths — led by CBS series and the NFL — with a robust streaming future, maximizing the value of its existing assets. More >>
EVT Recognised For Excellence In Hospitality
Friday, 8 November 2024, 9:30 pm | EVT Hotels and Resorts
EVT celebrates success at the HM Awards More >>
Hoteliers Keeping The Bed Tax Dream Alive
Friday, 8 November 2024, 8:43 pm | RNZ
With a possible bed tax, the industry said it could help to pay for visitor infrastructure, marketing, attracting major events and conservation. More >>
The $40 An Hour Job No One Wants
Friday, 8 November 2024, 8:40 pm | RNZ
There's "all the perks you can think of" - but no applicants. More >>
Growing Importance Of Multi-Location SEO For Local Businesses
Friday, 8 November 2024, 6:20 pm | TomMcSherry.com
Multi-location SEO focuses on optimising search performance for each specific business location. This approach is key to ensuring a business appears consistently in search results for relevant local queries across multiple service areas. More >>
RTX’s Pratt & Whitney And Air New Zealand Announce US$150 Million Expansion At Christchurch Engine Centre
Friday, 8 November 2024, 6:03 pm | Air New Zealand
New maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities for the GTF engine expected in 2026 More >>
IHC Announces New Chief Executive – Andrew Crisp
Friday, 8 November 2024, 5:56 pm | IHC New Zealand
IHC Board Chair Tony Shaw says Andrew was a standout candidate and is well placed to lead the large-scale and complex organisation into its next phase starting late January 2025. More >>
Celebrating Excellence In Auckland’s Civil Construction Industry: Honouring Talent, Innovation, And Sustainability
Friday, 8 November 2024, 4:25 pm | Auckland Business Chamber
These awards are a testament to the dedication and ambition within Auckland’s civil construction industry, showcasing the remarkable individuals and companies building, enhancing, and sustaining the infrastructure driving Auckland’s growth. More >>
