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Southland leading recent surge in job listings

Southland leading recent surge in job listings

New data from TradeMe shows job listings surged 13 percent last quarter, signalling a potential rebound in the job market - especially in the South of the South Island.

Heavy rain, snow give hydro lakes winter boost

Heavy rain, snow give hydro lakes winter boost

After fears of a dry winter, the country's hydro lakes have had a much-needed boost, and wholesale electricity prices are easing.

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Hopes prices are seasonal

Janefield Paeonies & Hydroponics owner Rodger Whitson is surrounded by heads of lettuce at...

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Hopes prices are seasonal

Cabbage prices have almost doubled over the past year, but Dunedin vege businesses are optimistic rising produce prices are mostly seasonal trends.

Dawn bumps up Alliance stake offer

Alliance Group chairman Mark Wynne. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Dawn bumps up Alliance stake offer

Dawn Meats Group has upped its offer for a stake in Alliance Group by up to $25 million on the back of the co-operative’s stronger-than-forecast year-end results.

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DVML defends tendering process

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DVML defends tendering process

Dunedin Venues has defended its decision to award a contract to a Christchurch company after being accused of aiding the city’s "direct competitor".

HelloFresh fined $845k over misleading cold calls

The HelloFresh website in January 2023. Photo: RNZ

HelloFresh fined $845k over misleading cold calls

Meal box delivery service HelloFresh has been sentenced at the Auckland District Court for breaches of the Fair Trading Act.

Irish company raises bid for Alliance stake

Alliance Group meatworks in Southland. Photo: RNZ

Irish company raises bid for Alliance stake

The overseas investment offer to rescue red meat processor Alliance Group has got even sweeter. Irish company Dawn Meats has increased its proposed investment from $250 million to $270m, following...

GrabOne goes into liquidation

GrabOne, a website which offered users deals on experiences, products, and travel, has gone into...

GrabOne goes into liquidation

GrabOne has gone into liquidation.

NZ's high-level credit rating reaffirmed

S&P says the ratings could be lowered if the budget deficit does not narrow as expected....

NZ's high-level credit rating reaffirmed

Leading credit agency S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed New Zealand's AA+ rating with a stable outlook, but noted budget deficits and debt need to be tackled.

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Blasting, painting combine in $10m development

Transport Blast & Paint Ltd director Brendan Morrison (left) and commercial manager Jarrod...

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Blasting, painting combine in $10m development

A Mosgiel truck refurbishment company has completed the first step of a planned $10 million three-build development.

Ad restrictions lifted for TV and radio

Restrictions for TV advertising on Christmas Day are to be lifted. Photo: Getty Images

Ad restrictions lifted for TV and radio

The govt believes scrapping ad restrictions for broadcasters on Sundays and some public holidays could generate a multimillion-dollar boost for the industry.

Scott deal part of $44m of new contracts

Scott Technology in Kaikorai Valley Rd. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

Scott deal part of $44m of new contracts

Scott Technology has secured its largest-ever appliance contract in the US, as part of $44m of new contracts with multinational appliance manufacturers across the US and Brazil.

Hospitality sector next for regulations review

Louise Upston and David Seymour. Photo: RNZ

Hospitality sector next for regulations review

By Russell Palmer of RNZThe Regulations Ministry's next review will tackle the hospitality sector.

From Balclutha to the South Island’s largest supermarket

A couple who started out with New World in Balclutha some years ago today opened the South Island's largest supermarket in Canterbury.

Reserve Bank may ease loan-to-value ratios

The RBNZ is proposing to let banks have up to 25% of new lending to owner-occupiers with less...

Reserve Bank may ease loan-to-value ratios

The chances of first-home buyers getting a mortgage may improve with a proposal to allow banks to lend more to low-deposit borrowers.

Young Aussies fear AI, but use it to get ahead

Most working members of Gen Z aren't allowing AI concerns to stop them using the technology....

Young Aussies fear AI, but use it to get ahead

Almost three in four young Australian workers, particularly those employed in the finance sector, worry artificial intelligence technology will shrink their job prospects, a study shows.

Using AI ‘for good’ to keep workers engaged

Attending a recent leadership event in Denver are (from left) World Trade Centre Denver chief...

Using AI ‘for good’ to keep workers engaged

Melissa Jenner likens building an AI product to dealing with a hyperactive toddler.

Money taken from bank accounts in IRD crackdown

Bonus Bonds investors are due to receive a share of the $870 million remaining in the scheme....

Money taken from bank accounts in IRD crackdown

Thousands of people have had money deducted from their bank accounts in recent months as Inland Revenue steps up its efforts to collect the tax it is owed.

Changes should simplify complex leave entitlements

Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden. Photo: RNZ

Changes should simplify complex leave entitlements

Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden recently announced moves to simplify holiday and sick leave entitlements.

'It's all over the place': Qantas customer data leaked

'It's all over the place': Qantas customer data leaked

Australian airline passengers are on high alert after hackers leaked the personal information of up to 5.7 million Qantas customers.

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