Business & Markets

One third of all farmers are making a loss

Farm confidence has fallen since the start of the year, with debt, interest rates and banks causing the greatest concern to Kiwi farmers. Federated Farmers'... Read More

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

Paid Parental Leave changes pass first reading

A bill that has passed its first reading will improve parental leave settings and give non-biological parents more flexibility as primary carer for their child,... Read More

Funding secured for community events

A mix of new and regular events are receiving funding from the Tauranga Western Bay Community Event Fund's second funding round for 2024/2025. The 23 funded... 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

Waipuna Hospice announces CEO resignation

After 16 years at the helm, Richard Thurlow has decided the time is right to resign from his chief executive position at Waipuna Hospice. Waipuna's director... Read More

Examining critical infrastructure issues

Exploring, understanding and debating Tauranga's burgeoning infrastructure issues is the focus of a new speaker series that will be hosted by Tauranga's Urban... Read More

NZ records $669M goods trade surplus for June

New Zealand recorded a $669 million trade surplus in June, according to Stats NZ. Overseas merchandise trade data for June showed both imports and exports... Read More

More home loan rate cuts - if you can get them

ASB has joined the rate cut fray, dropping all of its fixed home lending terms - but there's a warning that any rate relief will take time to filter through... Read More

Skipper not guilty for Enchanter boat tragedy

A skipper who decided to leave a fishing spot and travel home in weather conditions that resulted in the death of five men, has been found not guilty. Lance... Read More

Kawerau and Kaingaroa Village developments opened

New developments in the heart of North Island forestry country will reinvigorate their communities and boost economic development, Regional Development Minister... Read More

Recall warnings over sesame seeds

In its third recall notice in four days, the Ministry of Primary Industries has included My Food Bag products, Papamoa Spice King brand sesame seeds and Binn... Read More