Business & Markets

Tariff war sparks interest rate warning

US President Donald Trump might not be putting tariffs on New Zealand imports to the US, but New Zealanders may still feel the impact, economists say. Trump... Read More

Five simple ways to save money in 2025

With the festive season gone, summer holidays finished and back-to-school bills starting to roll in, Consumer NZ is sharing tips to help you save some cash. Consumer... Read More

Impact of new eviction law on rental properties

A vital 'backstop” for landlords was reinstated this week as no-fault evictions were reintroduced by the National-led Government. It will mean when... Read More

Things 'about to get scary' for coffee industry

Things are about to get "very scary" for New Zealand's coffee and café industry, one roaster and café owner is warning. Richard Corney,... Read More

How much falling interest rates might save you

Home loan borrowers stand to save hundreds of dollars a month this year when their loans roll off higher fixed terms on to new, lower rates. In the next six... Read More

St John seeks Govt backing for growing needs

Hato Hone St John continues to play a vital role in Aotearoa New Zealand's health system, responding to sustained high demand for its ambulance services. Frontline... Read More

The new builds changing the face of Tauranga

Commercial builds in Tauranga remain strong despite the economic downturn, with nearly $444 million in building consents issued in 2024. Tauranga City... Read More

Fonterra announces plans to slash fossil gas

Fonterra has announced it is converting two of its North Island gas boilers to electricity, lowering its total fossil gas use by around 38 percent. Until... Read More

Kiwifruit growers welcome $24.1m payout

Kiwifruit growers are welcoming the $24.1 million payout Zespri has received for the mice infestation on last season's first shipment of SunGold to Europe... Read More

Student showcases Waihi's history aside from gold

When thinking of Waihī, its history as a mining town is top of people's minds, but a 17-year-old college student decided to dig deeper. Bella Paulsen, of... Read More

Te Arawa Lakes Trust appoints new chairman

Te Arawa Lakes Trust has announced the appointment of former police commissioner Wallace Haumaha as its chairman and former MP Te Ururoa Flavell as deputy chairman. It... Read More

Hub’s future secure for now

Encouragement and financial help have combined to secure the immediate future of The Hub Te Puke. The Hub runs food support services, including Te Puke's... Read More