Business & Markets

Companies quietly quitting climate schemes

NZ companies have been quietly abandoning their climate targets without mentioning that fact to the public, says an expert in sustainable business. Air NZ... Read More

Misunderstanding catches out landlords

People renting out part of their homes under the mistaken impression they are not covered by tenancy laws are falling foul of the Tenancy Tribunal - and one... Read More

Top 10 pet claims for 2024

With the release of the Top 10 claim types for cats and dogs in 2024, pet insurance specialist PD Insurance is highlighting common issues that pet parents should... Read More

Reserve Bank cuts rate, economy on the rise

The Reserve Bank's positive economic outlook indicates the economy is growing and people can look forward to more jobs and opportunities, Finance Minister Nicola... Read More

Higher fuel margins may limit price relief

Fuel importers have been making bigger margins recently, and there is a warning it could dent the impact of falling oil prices on New Zealand motorists. Data... Read More

High-profile journalists to go in NZME job cuts

A number of high profile senior reporters will leave the New Zealand Herald under its restructure to cut about 30 roles from the newspaper's editorial team. According... Read More

Another shot at Young Farmer of the Year glory

Hugh Jackson is back in the running for the FMG Young Farmer of the Year title after securing victory in the Waikato Bay of Plenty Regional Final. The 27-year-old... Read More

Pams chicken nuggets recalled

New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) has supported a recall of Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets after small pieces of blue rubber were found in the product. 'If... Read More

BoP job ads drop 22% amid cautious hiring trends

A recruiter reports 'extreme fluctuations” in the Bay of Plenty job market last year as new data shows the number of roles advertised dropped by 22%. Recruiters... Read More

SociaLink mentoring empowers future leaders

SociaLink, which supports the Western Bay of Plenty social and community sector, is offering mentoring for managers and emerging leaders in not-for-profit organisations... Read More

Posties defy PO box order from NZ Post

Posties are disobeying an order from NZ Post to return mail to sender, rather than mark it up with the correct PO box number. The Postal Workers Union says... Read More

Kiwi campaign invites Aussies to come on over

A new campaign encouraging Australians to pick New Zealand for their next holiday gears up the industry for growth in 2025, Tourism and Hospitality Minister... Read More