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Governance about realising responsibility for ‘whole piece’

Accountant and governor Rachel McLauchlan answers questions at a lunch for women in governance in...

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Governance about realising responsibility for ‘whole piece’

At an Institute of Directors-organised informal lunch for women in governance this week, Dunedin’s Rachel McLauchlan spoke about her career and offered advice for aspiring directors.

Record set in closing auction

Mid century furniture dealer Ross Morrison, known affectionately in Christchurch as Mr Mod, has...

Record set in closing auction

Christchurch's Mr Mod is going out on a high note with a pair of 1960s armchairs selling for a world record price at the auction of his large mid-century furniture collection.

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New owner set on keeping Maggies’ ‘soul’

Enjoying the "special vibe" at Stuart St cafe 'Maggies' is new owner Boban "Bobby" Sokolov, who...

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New owner set on keeping Maggies’ ‘soul’

It was after his first coffee at Maggies a couple of months ago that Boban "Bobby" Sokolov decided he wanted to buy the business.

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The Bog ok to trade despite locking fire doors

An application by Fire and Emergency New Zealand to suspend the liquor licence of The Bog Irish...

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Pub can continue trading despite locking fire doors

A central Dunedin pub which ignored repeated requests to keep fire exits clear has been allowed to continue trading.

Dairy boss blames soaring butter prices on global demand

Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell. Photo: ODT files

Dairy boss blames soaring butter prices on global demand

The head of Fonterra says he understands consumers' frustration about the price of butter, but the co-op has to deliver for farmers.

Armchairs fetch world record price

Respected Mid Century furniture dealer Ross Morrison, known affectionately in Christchurch as Mr...

Christchurch dealer's armchairs fetch world record price

Christchurch’s Mr Mod is going out on a high note with a pair of 1960s armchairs selling for a world record price at the auction of his large mid-century furniture collection.

McDonald's approved despite strong opposition

McDonald's approved despite strong opposition

By Jessica Hopkins of RNZ McDonald's has been given permission to open a new restaurant in the Auckland suburb of Ōrākei, despite opposition from the council.

Sick landlord fails in bid to move back into house

Sick landlord fails in bid to move back into house

A landlord who says he's living in a garage has had his attempt to reduce a fixed-term tenancy on his home rejected by the Tenancy Tribunal.

Power prices rising faster than rate of inflation

There is a clear consensus that our electricity is overpriced. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

Power prices rising faster than rate of inflation

Power prices are now rising faster than the rate of inflation, and Powerswitch is worried that the current model is thriving on customer "confusion and inertia".

OCR cut 'very good news': Luxon

OCR cut 'very good news': Luxon

The Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.25 percent, as widely expected, but had a division of opinion whether to hold or cut.

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Creditors owed truckload after only $3.33 recovered

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Creditors owed truckload after only $3.33 recovered

Creditors of Titan Bulk Haulage — one of the companies owned by beleaguered Otago businessman Malcolm Burns — have been left out of pocket by more than $1 million.

Climate resilience high on agenda for agribusiness sector

Climate resilience is back on the agenda — literally.

BNZ drops home loan rates ahead of OCR call

BNZ drops home loan rates ahead of OCR call

The BNZ has cut fixed and variable home loan rates ahead of the Reserve Bank's decision on interest rates.

Budget change may cost first home buyers thousands

Would-be buyers are experiencing difficulties in securing a home loan after the Government’s...

Budget change may cost first home buyers thousands

First-home buyers accessing the Kainga Ora-administered First Home Loan will pay a higher fee from 1 July.

Smithfield buyer’s identity under wraps — for now

Alliance Group is keeping mum about the sale price and identity of the new owner of its closed...

Smithfield buyer’s identity under wraps — for now

The new owner of Alliance Group’s Smithfield meat processing plant site in Timaru could remain unknown for several months until public records go through the Timaru District Council.

Blis Technologies posts after-tax profit increase

Unexpected patent issues have taken up considerable time for Blis Technologies which has welcomed positive full-year financial results.

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Liquidation leaves lenders $70k short

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Liquidation leaves lenders $70k short

A Dunedin children’s clothing business that blamed its liquidation on roadworks and Covid-19 lockdowns has left creditors nearly $70,000 out of pocket.

Retail NZ wants 'urgent meeting' after police shoplifting change

Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell. Photo: RNZ

Retail NZ wants 'urgent meeting' after police shoplifting change

Retail NZ is seeking an "urgent meeting" with the Police Minister after a police directive to staff said they would no longer be investigating allegations of shoplifting below $500.

Queenstown snail farm a first

Snails at Otago Escargots are of the “petite gris” variety - also known in New Zealand as the...

Queenstown snail farm a first

Two French migrants - and one disappointing plate of tinned escargots - are the inspiration behind a new commercial snail farm in Queenstown.

Why might your insurance claim be declined?

Why might your insurance claim be declined?

Insurers can pay billions of claims each year, but many people are still disappointed when they have a claim turned down or receive less than they expected.

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