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Business & Markets

How do home loan rates compare to other countries'

New Zealand home loan rates might be falling, but how do they compare to those of the rest of the world? More rates have dropped below 5 percent in the past... Read More

A fur-filled Easter treat!

It's home to Scruffy the rabbit that's often mistaken for a stuffed toy, Rosie the cantankerous goat, a one-eyed chicken, horses, guinea pigs and a friendly... Read More

Belgian baker continues family legacy in Tauranga

Kneading dough for hot cross buns or tempering chocolate for Easter eggs, Noel Remacle's students probably don't know his skills were passed down by people who... Read More

Tauranga animal rescue seeks community support

Katrina Thompson lovingly refers to her own dogs as her 'angels”. Vada's Angels Animal Rescue Tauranga gets its name from these angels. 'Nevada (Vada)... Read More

Cruise ships cleaner over the past season

Tauranga has had a strong summer cruise season, with 91 ship arrivals contributing to our visitor economy. 'It's pleasing to see those cancellations and/or... Read More

Taheke 8C applies to fast-track hydro scheme

A Māori landowner group has applied to have its Ōkere River Hydro Scheme considered for referral under the Fast-Track Approvals Act. Taheke 8C's scheme... Read More

Tauranga Crossing: sparking kids’ imagination

Creative construction adventures are sparking imaginations these school holidays at Tauranga Crossing. Free hands-on construction workshops are activating... Read More

Doctor accepts oral sex at work was unwise

A doctor at the centre of an investigation involving workplace sex allegations denies any intimate activity took place there and says the prosecution has... Read More

Consumer NZ warns against Easter Sunday surcharge

Before you head out to celebrate Easter, Consumer NZ wants to make sure you aren't stung with Easter Sunday surcharges. Consumer NZ is sharing a timely refresher... Read More

Retailers fight freeze on new liquor off-licences

Prominent alcohol retailers have voiced opposition to a proposed freeze on new off-licences opening in Rotorua. A medical officer of health has backed the... Read More

Taupō Ironman generates $23m visitor spending

The world championship edition of an iconic Taupō event that has now been put on hold generated millions in visitor spending in December. Taupō District... Read More

Ballance proposal may cut 62 jobs at Mount plant

Ballance Agri-Nutrients is proposing to stop its manufacturing operations in Mount Maunganui and turn the site into a storage and distribution centre. In... Read More