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Delegation tastes fruit of their farmers’ labour

Papua New Guinea High Commissioner Sakias Tameo holds up a tray of chocolate fish during the...

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Delegation tastes fruit of their farmers’ labour

A Papua New Guinea trade delegation visiting Dunedin had the ‘‘rare privilege’’ of seeing their cocoa beans come to life in chocolate bar form.

Why more homeowners will face higher bills soon

Why more homeowners will face higher bills soon

Property data firm Cotality is warning that increasing numbers of New Zealand mortgage holders will face higher costs over the next six to 12 months.

Govt to target back-office staff to slash billions

Govt to target back-office staff to slash billions

The government is looking at centralising back-office operations like human resources, payroll and IT systems in a bid to cut duplication and save billions of dollars.

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Mystery surrounds restaurant for sale in city

Diane McIlwraith (left) and Laura Foley are the new co-owners of The Good Earth Cafe in North...

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Mystery surrounds restaurant for sale in city

As Dunedin hospitality businesses continue to change hands, mystery surrounds the identity of one restaurant on offer by an anonymous seller.

Political donations linked to fast-track applications revealed

Of the 23 fast-track projects so far approved, seven are linked to people or organisations that...

Political donations linked to fast-track applications revealed

More than $1 million in political donations linked to fast-tracked projects have been made since 2022, including in Queenstown and the West Coast.

Gas supply: Businesses welcome govt loan scheme

Under the lending initiative, the government would guarantee 80% of eligible bank loans, allowing...

Gas supply: Businesses welcome govt loan scheme

Gas supply is running out and businesses are being forced to make tough calls or risk closing entirely, according to BusinessNZ and the Employers and Manufacturers Association.

Dairy season tipped be less profitable

Dairy farmers are picking a reasonably high opening milk price forecast by Fonterra, but a less...

Dairy season tipped be less profitable

Dairy farmers are facing a less prosperous year as a new payout is accompanied by higher farm costs.

Chch to Rarotonga flights start

A new Air New Zealand service will fly directly from Christchurch to Rarotonga. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Chch to Rarotonga flights start

A midwinter holiday break is being made easier for South Island passengers on a new flight direct from Christchurch to Rarotonga.

Govt to offer loans to help businesses reduce gas dependence

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Budget would put aside $48 million to cover potential...

Govt to offer loans to help businesses reduce gas dependence

Businesses will be able to access cheaper loans to help reduce their dependence on gas as part of a new scheme in Thursday's Budget.

Budget 2026 about getting the books in order

Finance Minister Nicola Willis will deliver the Budget on Thursday. Photo: RNZ

Budget 2026 about getting the books in order

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has yet to pen a catchy title for this week's Budget, but ASB senior economist Mark Smith already has a suggestion.

Worst of war's economic impact yet to come, economist says

Most households have not yet felt the full economic impact of the war in Iran yet, senior...

Worst of war's economic impact yet to come, economist says

The worst is yet to come for New Zealand households feeling the impact of the Middle East conflict, ASB warns.

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Dunedin travel agent wins top industry title at awards ceremony

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Dunedin travel agent wins top industry title at awards ceremony

A veteran Dunedin travel agent says she was brought to tears when announced as the winner of a national industry award.

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Good on ya mate: Speight’s hits 150

Toasting to 150 years of Speight’s with a special commemorative brew are (from left) brewing...

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Good on ya mate: Speight’s hits 150

The 150-year legacy of New Zealand’s oldest brewery would not have been possible without the support of the people of Dunedin, its owner, Lion, says.

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Good mates make Speight’s ‘an icon’

Engineering reliability leader Greg Hamburger (left) and brewing technician Bill McAdam are two...

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Good mates make Speight’s ‘an icon’

Even after 150 years, Speight’s workers say the company is still filled with colourful characters, each with a story.

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Downturn in trade, tax debt leads to Octagon bar's liquidation

The CBK restaurant and bar in the Octagon has been placed in liquidation. Photo: Gerard O'Brien

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Downturn in trade, tax debt leads to Octagon bar's liquidation

The shareholders of a company running a long-standing restaurant-bar in the Octagon ploughed significant amounts into the venture before going into liquidation.

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NZ EV sales hampered by policy merry-go-round: report

Kevin Schreuder. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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NZ EV sales hampered by policy merry-go-round: report

Electric vehicles are continuing to sell well, but a just-released report on the sector says the country needs a long-term cross-party strategy to deliver energy independence.

Seymour says RNZ exit 'not surprising'

David Seymour says he did not have "an emotion" regarding Paul Thompson's exit one way or the...

Seymour says RNZ exit 'not surprising'

Deputy PM David Seymour says he didn't know RNZ's boss had plans to resign when he earlier suggested changes were coming for the state broadcaster's leadership.