Business & Markets

Warnings about convicted scammer's new scheme

A woman who said she would make history as "one of the biggest scammers in New Zealand" is believed to back in the game, promoting a new scheme promising... Read More

Move to attract stargazing travellers backed

Transforming Aotearoa into a dark sky nation could attract stargazing international tourists, creating huge economic benefits, says Tourism Minister Matt Doocey. The... Read More

Port of Tauranga announces new director

Former Port of Tauranga Director Sir Robert McLeod KNZM is re-joining the Board of Directors following the retirement of Alastair Lawrence. The Port of Tauranga... Read More

Raise a glass to Kiwi dairy this World Milk Day

Dairy has long been the powerhouse of the New Zealand economy, significantly contributing to local communities and regional economies, while providing quality... Read More

Council proposes $50 community facilities fee

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is exploring a fairer approach to funding indoor facilities, such as sports centres. In its Long Term Plan 2024-34,... Read More

Budget 2024: How much tax relief are we getting?

Tax brackets might have shifted, but the savings are barely scratching the surface of the inflation that has hit households over recent years. It was confirmed... Read More

FlyBuys to come to an end

Major loyalty scheme FlyBuys will come to an end later this year. The scheme allows customers to redeem points for items in its loyalty shop, get petrol discounts... Read More

Budget 2024 highlights: 10 key points

Tax cuts Tax cuts from $4 - $40 a fortnight for all workers on more than $14,000 after the Budget delivered on National's election campaign promise. The $3.7... Read More

Over $20,000 raised at Pink Ribbon Lunch

Crayfish, bejewelled bras and high-end packages for auction show how a community can come together when it counts to support a good cause. What started as... Read More

Finance Minister unveils cover of Budget document

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says her Budget will be about substance and results instead of 'snazzy covers”. The cover of the Budget was often... Read More

Kiwifruit head excited for big returns this coming

Kiwifruit growers are the most positive ever seen at the start of the season, according to the head of the kiwifruit grower group New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers. Chief... Read More

Local brewery wins big at beer and cider awards

Mount Maunganui brewery Mount Brewing Co has taken two wins in the prestigious Top 30 at the 2024 New World Beer & Cider Awards. This means their beers were... Read More