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Return of international flights ‘massive news’
The return of international flights has been hailed as "massive news" for Dunedin’s tourism and accommodation sectors.
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ILT pleased revenue up by 4%
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ILT pleased revenue up by 4%
ILT’S chief executive is pleased with the $111 million revenue the trust had this year, however he says things are not looking as bright for the future.
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Bike retailer confident despite store closure
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Bike retailer confident despite store closure
Despite downsizing from two stores to one, a Dunedin bicycle retailer is confident its long-term sales will not shrink along with it.
Kiwibank cuts home loan rates
Kiwibank cuts home loan rates
The tit-for-tat interest rate battle between retail banks continues with Kiwibank cutting fixed home loan and deposit rates across the board following falls in wholesale rates.
Govt to change law on contractors v employees
Govt to change law on contractors v employees
The government has outlined its upcoming changes to the law to clarify whether a worker is an employee or a contractor.
Return of flights to Aussie confirmed
Flights to Australia returning next year
Flights to and from the Gold Coast will operate three times a week from next winter, Dunedin Airport has confirmed.
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George St upgrades blamed for closure
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Retailer blames George St upgrades for closure
A George St retailer shutting up shop says he is tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket after the "atrocious" handling of upgrades to the main street.
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Tribute highlighted value of firm’s ethos
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Tribute highlighted value of firm’s ethos
Twenty years after he was plucked from high school to work on the other side of the world, John Rendall has been recognised as a leader in innovation.
Cocoa costs likely to bring rise in chocolate prices
Cocoa costs likely to bring rise in chocolate prices
Chocolate prices could be set to rise further as the cost of cocoa keeps pressure on.
Christchurch mall arcade business in liquidation
Christchurch mall arcade business in liquidation
The plug has been pulled on a Christchurch arcade and entertainment centre after it was placed into liquidation.
How 'Briscoes Bloke' is making millions in a recession
How 'Briscoes Bloke' is making millions in a recession
When Rod Duke became the boss of the Briscoe Group in 1988, it was illegal to sell most things on Sundays.
Two-year home loan fixed rates drop below 6%
Two-year home loan fixed rates drop below 6%
Home loan rates are now comfortably below 6 percent on two-year terms, which have historically been a favourite of New Zealand borrowers.
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Business Hall of Fame honour for Sir Ian
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Business Hall of Fame honour for Sir Ian
When he broke the news he was being inducted into the Business Hall of Fame, his wife Liz was not that impressed, Sir Ian Taylor says.
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Woolworths workers hold two-hour strike
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Woolworths workers hold two-hour strike
Staff at Woolworths supermarkets in Dunedin say they receive daily abuse from customers and understaffing has made them feel unsafe.
ACC to raise levies to cover $1b revenue hole
ACC to raise levies to cover $1b revenue hole
ACC has revealed a nearly $1b hole in revenue will need to be covered when levies are raised next year.
'Transport for the future' set for first run in Queenstown
'Transport for the future' set for first run in Queenstown
A Christchurch company has developed a futuristic mode of transport which is going to be installed first in Queenstown, "very soon".
Hundreds of jobs go in North Island mill closures
Hundreds of jobs go in North Island mill closures
Hundreds of people are set to lose their jobs after one of the central North Island's biggest employers made the call to shut two of its mills.
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Shiny new ship makes its Dunedin debut
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Shiny new ship makes its Dunedin debut
Bulk carrier Norse Innoshima docks at Port Otago’s Ravensbourne fertiliser pier yesterday.
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All change at Port Chalmers cafe
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New owners for Santosha
While the owners at one of Port Chalmers’ cafes may have changed, their cheese scones are here to stay.
Sneak preview for Mecca fans
Sneak preview for Mecca fans
Dunedin shoppers will be able to get their hands on beauty and makeup products from Mecca as early as next week, before the store officially opens in November.