Business & Markets

Tauranga students solve a fishy problem

Entrepreneurial Year 13 students from Ōtūmoetai College have created a product that washes away the long-held woe of many a fisherman. 'We're selling soap... Read More

Oh my gourd! Pumpkins make smashing come back

Pumpkins, a winter soup warmer and Sunday roast staple have seen a significant price drop, down 57 pe cent in June compared to the same time last year, according... Read More

More ED staff needed to keep training licence

The professional body for emergency doctors says Rotorua Hospital has until January to employ more senior clinicians to keep its licence to train specialists. In... Read More

Selling and buying online without getting scammed

Shopping via social media is convenient, however, it's important to identify the warning signs of a scam, says a Facebook post from NZ Police. 'Be vigilant... Read More

Teen service station robber gets reduced sentence

A teen involved in a service station armed robbery has received a flurry of discounts that has reduced his sentence by 65 per cent. From facing a... Read More

Al’Fez branded tahini recall by NZ Food Safety

New Zealand Food Safety is supporting AB World Foods Pty Limited in its recall of Al'Fez branded tahini due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Products... Read More

Retail slump nears 80s sharemarket crash

New Zealanders are giving up spending at a rate that surpasses the downturn of the global financial crisis (GFC), and is close to passing that of the 1980s sharemarket... Read More

Decision on golf course lease delayed

A decision impacting the long-term future of Rotorua's Springfield Golf Club has been delayed. The 18-hole course was established in 1958 and the Rotorua... Read More

Students snap up chance for Hi-Vis

Hundreds of female secondary school students around the country have had their hands on the controls of some of New Zealand's top infrastructure companies over... Read More

Holidays: Best places to visit in Western Bay

It's not always about the destination, it's the journey. The July school holidays are just around the corner and plenty of visitors will be descending... Read More

Gaining experience with country's top chefs

Working alongside some of the country's top chefs at a prestigious Matariki fine-dining event has been a highlight of 2024 for eight emerging chefs. Tohunga... Read More

NZ's most stolen car drives higher insurance costs

Some Kiwis are paying nearly $3000 a year to insure their Toyota Aqua cars, with one insurer denying cover unless the vehicle has an immobiliser. The high... Read More