Does NZ need three new convention centres worth $1.4b?
New Zealand will go from having no purpose-built convention facilities, to three landmark assets by the end of 2024.
Some of NZ's most exclusive employers claimed Covid-19 wage subsidy
"Bit of a surprise" that some of New Zealand’s most exclusive golf clubs got wage subsidy, says researcher.
Call to rethink and reset land tax regime
Rules around the ring-fencing of losses on rental properties should be repealed when new tax policies come into effect, a tax expert says.
Making retail a career: The best can earn $100,000
After having a baby seven months ago, Rebecca Vivian is back to work at Kapiti Pak ‘n Save and has grabbed the offer of a retail apprenticeship with both hands as a way to get ahead.
Choosing Australia over NZ as Covid hit
New Zealand has become a sought-after bolthole for people seeking refuge from the pandemic, but for some people their first instinct was to leave rather than stay.
Which regions dump the most rubbish?
We set out to find out which districts produced the most waste. Turns out it’s not an easy question to answer.
Is it time to dump the dumps?
For decades we've been ramming our rubbish into holes in the ground - so what are the alternatives?
The properties that made the biggest capital gains this year
Owners of one property made more than $3 million in seven years.
NZ's tiny towns with amazing treats
From eclairs to paua pies — and even a town that runs on gin — here are some of the best things to eat in New Zealand's tiny towns.
Is there really a housing supply shortage?
Housing supply has kept pace with population growth, but there is less property available for owner-occupiers to buy, one property analyst says.
'About time': Whangārei supports Kāinga ora high-rise apartments
Residents support the state housing agency building high-rise apartments in Whangārei CBD, amid a housing affordability crisis.
Chief Ombudsman probes seafarers' MIQ concerns
Chief Ombudsman has launched multiple investigations into MIQ, including "customer service" issues and complaints from seafarers that they are stranded overseas.
Autistic girl denied visa to stay in NZ – but parents can
Immigration NZ's decision not to grant daughter a visa is "unfair" and "absurd", father says.
Couple in 70s caught in council 'saga'
A couple in their 70s who have called a caravan home for the last six months may have more winter nights to endure after becoming caught up in a battle between builders and a Taranaki council.
Waiheke rental listings fall as Airbnb adds to shortage
One property manager says a house that received three applications two years ago is now receiving 30-40 as renters scrabble for a place to live.
1980s investors have a warning for those in the sharemarket in 2021
OPINION: If you invested in 1989, you wouldn't have got your money back until 1997. And even that was shortlived.
What's the price of cheese overseas?
In a Stuff comparison of food prices, NZ has the cheapest butter and instant coffee, and the most expensive eggs.
To grow a business, you need to follow up your plan with action
OPINION: Annual planning sessions can be packed with enthusiasm and bright ideas — but it's what happens after that really counts.
June strongest month for small businesses in a year
Small businesses in retail, manufacturing and construction had the biggest sales increases in June compared with a year ago.
Cyberattacks on the rise: How to protect your business
OPINION: Small businesses were once ignored by hackers, as they were too small and too anonymous to be worthwhile targets, but that has changed says Damian Funnell.
There are limits to 'whistle blower' protections
OPINION: Sometimes ordinary people doing ordinary jobs may find themselves having to blow the whistle on something going on at work, says Susan Hornsby-Geluk.
Woman who sought damages from quake advocate and lawyer must pay them $225,000
Losing litigation can be costly as a former Christchurch homeowner has found.
Ryman shareholders grill board at annual meeting
Shareholders of the biggest retirement village business are worried about the fall in its share price and its high debt.
Worker ended up in coma after company 'took shortcuts' in manufacturing process
A company was under pressure to meet supply demands when it tried to make the active ingredient in the pesticide 1080 and a worker ended up in an induced coma.
Starting a 'girls' club' for women-led startups
Women are trailing in the formation of high-growth businesses that have potential to shake up competitors.
Is there really a housing supply shortage?
Housing supply has kept pace with population growth, but there is less property available for owner-occupiers to buy, one property analyst says.
'About time': Whangārei supports Kāinga ora high-rise apartments
Residents support the state housing agency building high-rise apartments in Whangārei CBD, amid a housing affordability crisis.
Couple in 70s caught in council 'saga'
A couple in their 70s who have called a caravan home for the last six months may have more winter nights to endure after becoming caught up in a battle between builders and a Taranaki council.
Waiheke rental listings fall as Airbnb adds to shortage
One property manager says a house that received three applications two years ago is now receiving 30-40 as renters scrabble for a place to live.
NZ has a precious opportunity with neutral news media
OPINION: As news media trust erodes with political input overseas, the move for a combined public media entity here can't be taken lightly.
To grow a business, you need to follow up your plan with action
OPINION: Annual planning sessions can be packed with enthusiasm and bright ideas — but it's what happens after that really counts.
Supermarket prices: Politicians have dropped the ball
OPINION: Only a guaranteed increase in competition will fix the grocery duopoly problem. Step forward, big government.
Time to hit the brakes on aggressive marketing driving ute sales?
OPINION: Forget tearing up the mountain. It's trips to the supermarket where we drive the dominant vehicles that encourage us to "explore your inner beast".
Drowning in effluent - how a tired farmer was nearly a dead farmer
Farming danger has reached a five year high and one man's near miss, trapped in a sinking tractor, reveals one of the main causes.
Taranaki pioneer of pine Roger Lange remembered
He was something of a pioneer when it came to mechanising Taranaki farming – occasionally building and refining the machinery himself.
Dairy companies, volunteers dig deep to restore waterways, habitats
Shovel-ready volunteers dig in for riparian planting projects to help restore biodiversity on a dairy farm and a bat colony.
Dairy companies, volunteers dig deep to restore waterways, habitats
Shovel-ready volunteers dig in for riparian planting projects to help restore biodiversity on a dairy farm and a bat colony.
Greening up money flows is the aim of the Centre for Sustainable Finance
Hoping to change the financial system, the Sustainable Finance Forum has launched an organisation to help bring to life its ambitious long-term plan.
Windy cows to be weeded out in climate quest
Farmers are hoping new research to cut burps will allow them to keep their cows and meet their climate targets.
Exporter ANZCO foods begins shift away from coal-fired boilers
One of New Zealand’s largest exporters retired its electric boilers, but has now reinstated them as it works to reduce its fossil fuel consumption.
Semiconductor shortage hammering automakers, costing billions
Semiconductor shortage hammering automakers, costing billions in lost production and sales
Sponsors praise Simone Biles after Olympics withdrawal
Simone Biles’ sponsors, including Athleta and Visa, are lauding her decision to put her mental health first and withdraw from the gymnastics team competition.
Ship that blocked Suez Canal reaches Rotterdam, begins unloading cargo
The Ever Given has finally eased into the Amazonehaven container terminal in the Netherlands to unload cargo, months later than originally planned.
Ford overcomes computer chip shortage, posts surprise profit
Sky-high sales prices for its pickup trucks and SUVs helped Ford turn a surprise second-quarter profit despite a global shortage of computer chips that cut factory output in half.
Cashless, cashierless, and creepy: The future of grocery shopping
Boat operators say Fiordland's sounds are under pressure
Drowning in effluent - how a tired farmer was nearly a dead farmer
Pour-On delivers low-cost herd health
Preventing money-laundering a money-maker for Jade Software
Which regions dump the most rubbish?
Making retail a career: The best can earn $100,000
Some of New Zealand's most exclusive employers claimed Covid-19 wage subsidy
The properties that made the biggest capital gains this year
Call to rethink and reset land tax regime
NZ's tiny towns with amazing treats
Choosing Australia over NZ as Covid hit
Battle of the convention centres: Does NZ need three new venues worth $1.4b?