Business & Markets

NZ's economy took 'developed world's biggest hit

New Zealand's economy suffered the biggest hit in the world in 2024, HSBC says, but there are signs that conditions are starting to improve. HSBC chief... Read More

Invest New Zealand launched to boost economy

The government has launched Invest New Zealand, a bold initiative to attract foreign investment, create high-paying jobs, and grow the economy. Invest New... Read More

Government hints at major mining announcement

The Government has hinted at a 'major” mining announcement next week. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon emphasised mining's role in boosting the economy... Read More

Mansion firm charged worker, fired a week later

An Auckland construction company used a Singapore agency to charge a migrant thousands of dollars in fees to get a job, and sacked him after a week. The Employment... Read More

Dracula’s show returns with added performances

Big, loud, sexy, silly and fun are the words used by Dracula's chief executive to describe the show coming to Rotorua in July. Dracula's has added two... Read More

How your tax rate could reach 80%

If you have ever felt as though you end up worse off when you work more, a new Treasury paper indicates you might be right. The analytical note, released... Read More

Economic growth the key to better days ahead

Turbocharging New Zealand's economic growth is the key to brighter days ahead for all Kiwis, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said. In the Prime Minister's... Read More

Four decades of hot meals and warm smiles

Not many people can claim they've continuously volunteered during 40 years of their life - let alone to the same organisation. But Maungatapu's Pam Smith can. The... Read More

Enrolled nurses unable to find jobs

Recently graduated enrolled nurses are struggling to find jobs, after spending thousands of dollars on training that they hoped would open up more career opportunities... Read More

Seeka joins court action against company Olivado

One of the country's biggest agribusinesses is joining court proceedings against oil company Olivado. Seeka chief executive Michael Franks said his company... Read More

Here's when you should consider a longer home loan

If you're thinking about fixing a mortgage, you're probably wondering what term to choose. All the major banks are offering one-year fixes of 5.79... Read More

Tauranga daycare apologises after children escape

A Tauranga daycare has apologised after four children escaped through a gate that 'unexpectedly malfunctioned” and were found nearby by members of the... Read More