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    Merger will drive down petrol prices, companies say

    The 240 Gull and NPD sites throughout the country would maintain their original distinctive brand...

    Merger will drive down petrol prices, companies say

    Fuel companies NPD and Gull have announced plans to merge national operations.

    Christmas Eve busiest shopping day

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    Christmas Eve busiest shopping day

    Christmas Eve has been the busiest shopping day of the year with 9745 sales a minute at its peak.

    'Demand beyond expectations': Problems with IKEA orders

    The store opened its doors at the beginning of the month. Photo: RNZ

    'Demand beyond expectations': Problems with IKEA orders

    A customer who had his IKEA order refunded on Christmas Eve says there are problems with the way the retailer is handling orders.

    India FTA 'rushed' for 'political purposes' - Peters

    NZ First leader Winston Peters speaks to media after emerging from his party's temporary offices...

    India FTA 'rushed' for 'political purposes' - Peters

    New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says the India free trade deal has been rushed through for political gain, and more wins could have been secured with longer negotiations.

    Record amount awarded for J&J talc-related cancer

    Johnsn and Johnson stopped selling talc-based baby powder in the US in 2020 and globally in 2023,...

    Record amount awarded for J&J talc-related cancer

    A US jury has awarded a record amount to a woman for talc-related cancer but Johnson & Johnson plans to appeal, calling the verdict "unconstitutional".

    Entrepreneur cuts ties with subdivison

    The Merino Downs subdivision near Twizel, in the early stages of its development. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Entrepreneur cuts ties with subdivison

    A wealthy United States entrepreneur has cut links with a residential subdivision in Twizel after going to court.

    NZ confirms free trade deal with India

    Prime Ministers Christopher Luxon and Narendra Modi at a meeting in India in March. Photo: supplied

    NZ confirms free trade deal with India

    NZ and India have struck a free trade deal, making it easier for Kiwi exporters to reach the world's biggest population. But coalition partner NZ First won't support it, saying it "gives too much away".

    Queenstown restaurant loses bid over name

    The Bathhouse restaurant in Queenstown.  PHOTO: OTAGO DAILY TIMES

    Queenstown restaurant loses bid over name

     A Queenstown restaurant has failed to secure an interim injunction to stop an Australian company opening a spa in the resort town with the same name.

    Investors warned over Christchurch firm

    The FMA says a businessman has been contacting investors seeking payments.  Photo: Getty Image ...

    Investors warned over Christchurch firm

    It was reported earlier this month the FMA was looking into Chance Voight Investment Corporation and businessman Bernard Whimp.

    Couple face $50k fee after losing home loan complaint

    PHOTO: RNZ

    Couple face $50k fee after losing home loan complaint

    A couple who regretted their decision to fix their home loan for five years in 2023 have been unsuccessful in their complaint against their bank.

    Govt believed to have struck Free Trade deal with India

    New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad...

    Govt believed to have struck Free Trade deal with India

    The government has struck a Free Trade deal with India, it is understood.

    Peters reverses stance on Chorus debt sell-off

    NZ First leader Winston Peters Photo: RNZ

    Peters reverses stance on Chorus debt sell-off

    New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has reversed his previous opposition to the Chorus debt sell-off, saying it is "monetisation" rather than an asset sale.

    Rocket lab signs $1.4b deal with US space agency

    Rocket Lab will manufacture 18 satellites equipped with advanced sensors to track and detect...

    Rocket lab signs $1.4b deal with US space agency

    Rocket Lab has scored its largest single contract to date.

    Small increase expected for forestry export revenue

    Logs arrive at Port Otago's dock in Port Chalmers ready to be loaded on to ships. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Small increase expected for forestry export revenue

    New Zealand forestry export revenue is forecast to rise 2% to $6.3 billion in the year to June 30, 2026, a report from the Ministry for Primary Industries says.

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    You can have both farms and trees, Wenita boss says

    Wenita Forest Products chief executive David Cormack says the forestry business wants to be part...

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    You can have both farms and trees, Wenita boss says

    Wenita Forest Products is keen to see more domestic processing options developed in the South.

    Albert Town properties rocket in value

    Asking prices for properties in Albert Town, near Wānaka, have lifted 225% over the...

    Albert Town properties rocket in value

    "If you bought in Albert Town a decade ago, you've basically won the property lotto."

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    Wind event cleanup to last until mid-2026

    Longtime logging contractor Lawson Roxburgh is grateful for experienced crews working in the...

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    Wind event cleanup to last until mid-2026

    The storm in the South on October 23 caused havoc in forests as winds flattened trees and snapped others off. Business and rural editor Sally Rae pays a visit to Wenita Forest...

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    Six months to complete liquidation

    An aerial shot of Mosgiel. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Six months to complete liquidation

    Liquidation of a former Mosgiel-based residential building firm is expected to be completed within the next six months, the latest report says.

    Aussie energy giant boss quits to become BP's first female chief

    Aussie energy giant boss quits to become BP's first female chief

    The head of Australia's largest oil and gas company has quit to helm an even bigger fossil-fuel company, in a move analysts have speculated about for months.

    IKEA shuts down customer support centre after delivery woes

    IKEA's first New Zealand store opened in Auckland earlier this month. Photo: RNZ

    IKEA shuts down customer support centre after delivery woes

    Homeware retail giant IKEA appears to be a victim of its own success.
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