Business & Markets

Unexpected fresh produce prices

The new year has started with some good news for supermarket shoppers. Warm weather has provided favourable growing conditions for many parts of the country,... Read More

Women face Kiwisaver penalty - how to avoid it

Kate says her KiwiSaver balance is about $15,000. She's been largely out of full-time work for the past 13 years, caring for children. In contrast, her... Read More

We've survived til '25 - now what?

Anyone who's been trying to 'survive until 2025' might be counting down the days until the new year. But while brighter economic times are likely... Read More

Agroforestry: A Sustainable Farming Solution

Scion researchers, alongside partners, are leading a groundbreaking three-year research initiative, Taking risk out of next-generation silvopastoral systems... Read More

Internship model connects talent with industry

A partnership between Techlam and Scion, a forestry research institute, has unlocked innovation in timber products through a unique international collaboration. Techlam,... Read More

Bike pros influence Crankworx track changes

Leading up to the Rotorua leg of the 2025 Crankworx World Tour in March, three local mountain biking champions shared their thoughts on changes to the downhill... Read More

Global challenges persist for meat industry

Meat exporters says 2024 has been a tough year for the industry - but positive signs are emerging. A joint report from Beef & Lamb and the Meat Industry Association... Read More

BoP retailers report mixed results

Some Bay of Plenty retailers are feeling positive, with shoppers splashing the cash more this Christmas. However, others are reporting a drop in foot... Read More

'I feel so stupid' - Woman scammed out of $80K

For Anne, the psychological blow of having been caught up in an investment scam is proving harder to deal with than the at least-$80,000 she has lost. "I... Read More

Tips for a healthier approach to holiday drinking

Christmas and New Year often involve a fair amount of drinking for most adults, so here are some tools to help you make smarter choices about drinking alcohol. There... Read More

Cafe owner hails street's return to two-way

A street in Tauranga's CBD returning to two-way traffic will be 'good for business,” a cafe owner says. In March, the lower end of Harington St became... Read More

Overloaded maternity system facing job cuts

Midwives are warning an already stretched maternity system faces further overload if Health NZ axes almost all of its roles in maternity support services. An... Read More