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Business confidence in South takes big dip

The Craic Irish Tavern duty managers Alice Cooper and Bruce Hoffman keep the pints coming for...

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Business confidence in South takes big dip

Business confidence across Otago and Southland has halved since the start of the year with almost three-quarters of Dunedin businesses sceptical conditions will improve, data shows.

China learning to live on less fuel

China's EV fleet is the world's largest, and the population is changing they way they travel....

China learning to live on less fuel

Three months into the Iran war, the oil market is coming to grips with an unexpected new reality: China, the world's largest importer, needs much less fuel than previously thought.

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Accelerator NZ gets govt funding boost

Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Cameron Brewer (left) and Business South chief...

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Accelerator NZ gets govt funding boost

An AI-powered programme that helps Otago businesses sharpen their performance is being financially backed by the government so it can expand across the country.

Marlborough mussel farms put on fast-track

Mussel farming is one of Marlborough's most important industries. Photo: Supplied / Cawthron...

Marlborough mussel farms put on fast-track

Six new aquaculture farms in Marlborough have been referred to the fast-track process.

Night ’n Day set to take over stores at NPD sites

NPD and Night ’n Day will join forces across selected South Island sites from the end of the...

Night ’n Day set to take over stores at NPD sites

Night ’n Day is about to take over the first retail convenience store after an NPD transition to unmanned fuel service at seven South Island sites.

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'It's a s***load': Builder estimated to owe $6 million

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'It's a s***load': Builder estimated to owe $6 million

The estimated debt owed by a failed Dunedin builder has skyrocketed sevenfold to more than $6 million.

Fast-track bid sparks fears for Lake Pukaki

Lake Pukaki is overshadowed by Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

'Huge implications': Fast-track bid sparks fears for Lake Pukaki

Meridian Energy’s fast-track proposal to draw more water from Lake Pukaki has sparked concerns it could hurt Mackenzie's tourism industry and threaten its pristine image.

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$12m in new business for Scott Tech

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$12m in new business for Scott Tech

Dunedin’s Scott Technology has secured another $12 million in new global contracts it says proves its long-term growth strategy is working.

Copper cable theft headache for EV drivers

Chargers in Avalon Park in the Hutt have been vandalised. Photo: Supplied

Copper cable theft headache for EV drivers

A further spate of electric vehicle charger cable thefts in the Wellington region is leaving drivers stranded.

ASB hit with $6.7m fine for breaching money laundering laws

ASB hit with $6.7m fine for breaching money laundering laws

ASB has been penalised a record $6.73 million for seven breaches of anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism law.

Hot water, heat pumps, electric blankets - winter power questions answered

An Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority adviser said most people would not save money if...

Hot water, heat pumps, electric blankets - winter power questions answered

It's the season of higher power bills, but just how much are your appliances costing to run?

Southland, West Coast house prices continue to climb

The average asking price for properties in Southland has more than doubled in the 10 years since...

Southland, West Coast house prices continue to climb

Buyers and sellers are facing mixed fortunes around the country, new data from property research firm Cotality shows.

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Failed Dunedin startup’s creditors out $2.2m

Winely co-founders Jacob Manning and Abbe Hyde. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Failed Dunedin startup’s creditors out $2.2m

A former employee of a failed Dunedin wine startup hopes its founders will never run a business again as the company leaves creditors nearly $2.2 million out of pocket.

Super round at new stadium defies forecasts

Rugby fans line up outside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha before a game. PHOTO: ONE NEW...

Super round at new stadium defies forecasts

Hosting three days of sold-out Super Rugby Pacific games over a super round at Christchurch’s new indoor stadium has paid dividends after visitors spent $13 million.

Global recall of Jeeps due to fire concerns

The recall covers 2021-2025 model year Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator trucks. Photo: Getty Images

Global recall of Jeeps due to fire concerns

More than 1.3 million Jeep SUVs and trucks are being recalled worldwide due to fire concerns.

Travel insurance may not cover fuel price cancellations

Flight cancellations by airlines due to fuel price increases will usually be classed as...

Travel insurance may not cover fuel price cancellations

Don't count on insurance to help if your flight is cancelled because of fuel shortages, the Insurance and Financial Services Ombudsman says.

Govt dumps 'gas tax' levy to pay for LNG terminal

Energy Minister Simeon Brown made the announcement at an Auckland Business Chamber function this...

Govt dumps 'gas tax' levy to pay for LNG terminal

The government has backed down on paying for its LNG import terminal through a levy, and is imposing steeper fines on power companies to shore up energy supply.

Concern not enough workers to cope with tourists

The government is aiming to have 4.78 million tourists by 2034, but questions remain over who...

Concern not enough workers to cope with tourists

The tourism workforce will not be big enough to cater for growing plane loads of travellers if more work is not done to attract additional staff, an industry leader says.

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Company ordered to make $2m payment

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Company ordered to make $2m payment

A farming company, overseen by a man who has business ventures across multiple sectors, all around the world, has been ordered to make a $2 million-plus payment after a stock food deal went sour.

Record number of power company complaints in past year

Transpower issued a warning notice on Friday morning saying there was a risk of insufficient...

Record number of power company complaints in past year

Complaints made to Utilities Disputes about New Zealand's power companies have increased by 500% in the past five years and were up by another 62% in the last year.

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