Business & Markets

NZ Blood workers plan 24-hour strike

More than 290 lab workers, scientists, technicians, and administrators at New Zealand Blood Service have voted to strike after more than seven months of stalled... Read More

Budget 2024: Cheat sheet and what to expect

It's one week to go until the Budget, and you may be experiencing some jargon fatigue already. "What are appropriations?" you may be asking. "When... Read More

Kiwifruit orchards saved: Spray ruled safe to use

The Environmental Protection Authority has announced a decision that hydrogen cyanamide, an active ingredient in sprays such as Hi-Cane, may continue to be used... Read More

More vape stores in deprived areas, near schools

New University of Canterbury research has found vape stores are proliferating in Aotearoa New Zealand's most deprived communities - with many also located near... Read More

Rotorua Lakefront Development wins landscape award

The Rotorua Lakefront Development project received two more prestigious awards over the weekend, this time in recognition of the exceptional landscape design... Read More

Jeweller's nightmare: nine break-ins in two years

A Bay of Plenty jeweller whose two stores have been targeted by thieves nine times in two-and-a-half years says he and his wife are 'just shells” now,... Read More

What to know about KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals

New Zealanders struggling with the cost of living have been tapping into their KiwiSaver accounts in greater numbers. Inland Revenue data shows that 3700... Read More

Win a working bee to help with your project

The Western Bay of Plenty Council is giving you the chance to win a working bee team of dedicated volunteers to make your project a reality. The competition... Read More

MBIE offers advice for a successful ski season

With the ski season officially starting next month, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment advises that it is important that both employers and... Read More

Could your local bakery win a national award?

Pie fans around the country have just one thing on their minds right now as entries open for the 26th Bakels NZ Supreme Awards. ‘My local bakery makes... Read More

Fourth Fridays coming to Waihī Beach Village

A free community event, Fourth Fridays, is set to bring a burst of fun to the Waihī Beach Village, thanks to a dedicated team of local volunteers. The aim... Read More

BOP regional energy report released

The Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority - EECA - has released its Bay of Plenty Regional Energy Transition Accelerator report. The culmination of... Read More