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Canadian billionaire becomes NZME's biggest shareholder

Jim Grenon bought a 9.3 percent stake in NZME for just over $9 million. Supplied photo

Canadian billionaire becomes NZME's biggest shareholder

New Zealand-based Canadian billionaire Jim Grenon has increased his shareholding in listed media company NZME, owner of the New Zealand Herald and Newstalk ZB.

NZ consumer confidence plummets on back of Iran war

The Commerce Commission started investigating Moola after receiving a number of complaints,...

NZ consumer confidence plummets on back of Iran war

The Middle East conflict has torpedoed consumer confidence in March, and early evidence suggests households are closing their wallets.

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Famed custard square maker fails to sell after going bust

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Famed custard square maker fails to sell after going bust

They were once the darling of the custard square set.

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Share funds fairly: tourism advocate

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Share funds fairly: tourism advocate

‘‘Absolutely disheartening.’’

Stuff to close Petone printing press

Stuff to close Petone printing press

News publisher Stuff Group has announced the closure of its Petone printing press and the loss of 30 jobs on site.

Concerns some countries hoarding jet fuel

A plane is refueled on an airport runway. File photo: Getty Images

Concerns some countries hoarding jet fuel

There are concerns some Asian countries are beginning to hoard jet fuel as the Iran conflict drags on.

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Rural investment firm Craigmores picks up Central cherry outfit

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Rural investment firm Craigmores picks up Central cherry outfit

A Central Otago cherry-growing and packing operation is the latest addition to Craigmore Sustainables’ $1.4 billion property portfolio.

NZ is expensive - here's what we can do about it

New Zealand is expensive - here's what we can do about it

New Zealand is an expensive country, Reserve Bank chief economist Paul Conway says, with many products priced well above the OECD average.

Jetstar axes some New Zealand flights

The Commerce Commission took Jetstar to court over charges it discouraged consumers from seeking...

Jetstar axes some NZ flights amid fuel price surges

Jetstar has axed a number of New Zealand flights as the war in the Middle East drives up the price of jet fuel.

Call for 'Buy Kiwi Made' campaign amid factory closures

Industry leaders are calling for a new Buy Kiwi Made campaign as alarm bells sound over newly announced job losses at McCain Foods and Wattie's plan to close factories in Christchurch, Dunedin and Auckland.

Whitestone goes back-to-back

Simon Berry. Photo: Rachel Wybrow Photography

Whitestone goes back-to-back

Whitestone Cheese has done it again.

The Warehouse fined $230K over choking hazard toy

The Warehouse has issued a recall notice for the Roo Crew Take-Apart Vehicle, saying its small...

The Warehouse fined $230K over choking hazard toy

The Warehouse has been fined more than $200,000 for selling a toy that was a choking risk for children under three.

Lotto changes will make it harder to win the jackpot

Many have lined up to get their hands on a lotto ticket for tonight's record $55 dollar draw....

Lotto changes will make it harder to win the jackpot

Changes coming for Lotto will make it less likely that people will win the big prize - but more likely they'll collect a small one.

‘Queen of Hospo’ raising bar for women's safety

Karen Hattaway opened Manu Restaurant and Bar in Cambridge Tce in August 2024. It is a cultural...

‘Queen of Hospo’ raising bar for women's safety

Award-winning restaurateur Karen Hattaway has returned to Christchurch with a mission - helping to make nights out in the city safer for women.

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Big ideas for small homes

Wanaka-based Seventy Squares co-founders Tristan Penrose and Jason Bint are building compact...

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Big ideas for small homes

Seventy Squares co-founders Tristan Penrose and Jason Bint have ambitions to go nationwide with a new business building architecturally designed small houses nationwide from Wānaka.

Reserve Bank warns of inflation surge

Reserve Bank governor Dr Anna Breman. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone

Reserve Bank warns of inflation surge

The Reserve Bank governor is warning of higher inflation and weaker economic growth due to the Middle East crisis.

Samoa flights cancelled as airlines seek assurance

Air New Zealand has said it would cancel 1100 flights from early March through until early May,...

Samoa flights cancelled as airlines seek assurance

The flights in April and May have been cancelled as jet fuel prices soar due to the conflict in the Middle East.

Tourism takes hit as visitors cancel NZ trips due to war

Flight cancellations through the Middle East have been one reason for UK and European tourists...

Tourism takes hit as visitors cancel NZ trips due to war

Tourism operators are being hit with international visitor cancellations due to flight disruptions as the Middle East war continues, an industry survey shows.

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We can do it all from NZ, Wickham believes

Icehouse Ventures partner Jo Wickham says it is fun to be part of a growing organisation that is...

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We can do it all from NZ, Wickham believes

From rural North Otago to London and latterly Auckland where she is now helping tech founders achieve their dreams, Jo Wickham has had a varied career.

Skyline opens new extension building

Skyline Queenstown general manager Wayne Rose (left) and Skyline Enterprises chief executive...

Skyline opens new extension building

"I can absolutely tell you, you do not get sick of that view."

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