Air NZ announces mandatory vaccination for more than 50 per cent of staff
Four thousand of the 7840 full-time staff at Air NZ will be required to be vaccinated under new company policy.
10 actions to deal with supermarket 'dishonesty' - Consumer NZ
The consumer watchdog wants a supermarket commissioner appointed and greater transparency of supermarket pricing.
Bikes, boats and barbecues: What Aucklanders are buying in level 3
Aucklanders are clearing out books and art and searching for bikes and boats as the city moves out of lockdown into spring.
Snapper catch rules loosened after more than 15 years
A Government review had led to revised catch limits on a number of species.
Consumer: Shoppers paying $10m in buy-now-pay-later late fees
Services are free - but only if you don't miss a payment.
Bikes, boats and barbecues: What Aucklanders are buying in level 3
Aucklanders are clearing out books and art and searching for bikes and boats as the city moves out of lockdown into spring.
Public interest journalism $18m spend to fund about 110 new roles over two years
Some of the funding is for a new scheme to fill gaps in court reporting, and the local democracy scheme is being expanded.
Large wide-body jets could land at proposed Central Otago airport, report finds
Christchurch Airport says the assessment is encouraging and predicts the proposed airport could be completed by 2029.
10 actions to deal with supermarket 'dishonesty' - Consumer NZ
The consumer watchdog wants a supermarket commissioner appointed and greater transparency of supermarket pricing.
Coastal community 'sad and burdened' by Barrytown mine plan
A West Coast man has spoken of the sadness and sense of gloom that has descended on his quiet community since a mining company has sought to move in.
Westpac names Kiwi as new boss
Catherine McGrath appointed as chief executive of Westpac's New Zealand business.
Public service requires 'a thick skin'
Public perception of Waipā District Council takes a dive but elected members say they won't shy away from controversial issues.
Cardboard cathedral is allowed to stay after rush to secure consent
With the innovative building's temporary consent about to expire, it faced possible removal.
Meals on future international Air NZ flights may look different
The national carrier has been trialling a new more sustainable eco-serviceware, switching out the single-use plastic usually part of the meal packaging.
Are you one of the 200,000 being ripped off?
Watchdog warns over 'poor value' credit card repayment insurance sold by banks.
Saving the planet from plastic with eco cleaning products
Cleanery is taking on the giants of the cleaning products world with the support of a chocolate milk advertising guru
Why do startups do so well in a global crisis?
OPINION: Here are three reasons why there is no better breeding ground for startups than a global crisis such as Covid-19.
Trans-Tasman three-a-side judging
Halifax funds cases that raise the same issues on both sides of the Tasman have a joint online hearing.
How to manage employees who work remotely
OPINION: As employees increasingly demand flexibility, employers need to think about what they can do to make this happen while still getting the results they want.
Roading engineer used false invoicing scheme to scam council of $178,000
A roading engineer who says he was upset by “racist remarks” has admitted his role in a scheme that siphoned $178,365 from a council's coffers.
Saving the planet from plastic with eco cleaning products
Cleanery is taking on the giants of the cleaning products world with the support of a chocolate milk advertising guru
'This bloody almighty bang': power surge rips through Otago town.
The surge blew plugs from sockets and destroyed TVs, fridges and microwaves. It left residents of Millers Flat with plenty of unanswered questions.
The ultimate gifting solution
SPONSORED: Looking for an alternative to the office party this year? Kiwi company Celebration Box delivers.
Cardboard cathedral is allowed to stay after rush to secure consent
With the innovative building's temporary consent about to expire, it faced possible removal.
A one stop hub for property developers
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Homeowners face insurance loss in 30 years
Nelson homes and properties, including a proposed riverside library, face loss of insurance within 30 years, a climate economist says.
Big capital gains during pandemic for industrial landlord
Goodman Property Trust's portfolio of industrial estates soars 30 per cent in value in 18 months.
Wage subsidy saved 175,000 Kiwi jobs
OPINION: While every firm wants to keep hard-working employees on the payroll, it’s simply not possible when the cashflow dries up.
Don't worry, an economic renaissance is likely just around the corner
OPINION: Many of us are feeling despondent, but the next few decades could be one of the best times to have ever lived in New Zealand. Here's why.
Buying a first home about to go from hard to near-impossible
OPINION: The Reserve Bank tightening loan-to-value ratio restrictions will be the final nail in the coffin for the first-home dreams of many Kiwis.
Ethical investing: What is engagement and how does it work?
OPINION: Ethical investing has moved from being fringe a decade ago to mainstream today. But some people are still a little confused how it works.
Vineyard frost fans sound like 'fleet of Iroquois helicopters'
Angry neighbours say their homes are vibrating in the early hours of the morning, and the fans are noisier than when the winery used actual helicopters.
Snapper catch rules loosened after more than 15 years
A Government review had led to revised catch limits on a number of species.
Dairy farming and sustainability
SPONSORED: Introducing the Torrens family farm, one of New Zealand’s most sustainable dairy farms.
Fonterra posts $599m annual profit
Fonterra reported a 9 per cent fall in annual profit to $599m as the previous year’s earnings were inflated by one-off asset sales, however an improvement in its underlying performance saw it reduce debt and hike dividend payments.
McDonald's to slash the plastic in Happy Meal toys by 2025
McDonald’s makes a global pledge to cut fossil fuel-based plastic in the toys in Happy Meals, which were first introduced in 1979.
Doing the sums on solar panels
Solar price falls have boosted uptake, but a dream of 500,000 'solarized' homes remains distant.
What went wrong with our hydro lakes this year?
Lakes feeding big hydro power stations never filled, so the country had to burn record amounts of coal. Why?
Investors, the decade of change starts now
OPINION: Investors should prepare for the transition to a lower carbon world or risk being left with obsolete industrial plants, out-dated technology or products no one wants.
Worsening chip woes to cost automakers almost $300 billion
The cost of the ongoing semiconductor shortage has ballooned by more than 90 per cent, pushing the total hit to 2021 revenue for the world's automakers to almost $300 billion.
Fears of global shock waves from China Evergrande debt easing
While banks and other creditors will lose money if Evergrande defaults on its $438bn debt, it will not hurt markets in China or abroad, economists say.
Ford invests in electric vehicle battery recycling company
Ford is investing in an upstart electric vehicle battery recycling company started by a former Tesla executive.
Airbnb is game to share safety information with rivals
CEO Brian Chesky says he is "absolutely" willing to share information on dangerous listings with rival short-term rental providers.
Zespri kiwifruit tests positive for Covid-19
NZX 50 falls as investor confidence falters
Shortage of building supplies leads upsurge in consent amendments
Air NZ announces mandatory vaccination for more than 50 per cent of staff
Bikes, boats and barbecues: What Aucklanders are buying in level 3
Public interest journalism $18m spend to fund about 110 new roles over two years
Large wide-body jets could land at proposed Central Otago airport, report finds
10 actions to deal with supermarket 'dishonesty' - Consumer NZ
Coastal community 'sad and burdened' by Barrytown mine plan
Vineyard frost fans sound like 'fleet of Iroquois helicopters'
Snapper catch rules loosened after more than 15 years
Westpac names Kiwi as new boss
Public service requires 'a thick skin'
Cardboard cathedral is allowed to stay after rush to secure consent