Opening date revealed for NZ's first IKEA store
Swedish furniture giant IKEA says its first NZ store will open in December. Online shopping is also available - with a network of 29 pick-up points across the country.
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Cost of living still rising faster than incomes
'A constant source of worry': Cost of living still rising faster than most incomes
A Christchurch mother-of-two who is struggling to pay the bills and buy the basics says she is "constantly juggling to make ends meet". And the latest Infometrics data shows she is not alone.
Smith City customers in limbo
Smith City customers in limbo: What are your rights when a business goes under?
A Christchurch woman, who paid nearly $4500 for a lounge suite from Smiths City, is upset and angry about how she has been treated by the company.
Canterbury piggery has community in mind
Canterbury piggery has community in mind
Nearly 100,000 pigs are raised each year at NZ's largest piggery in Canterbury. Tim Cronshaw visited the award-winning 500ha farm which employs more than 50 staff and contributes $4m in wages to the local economy.
Baby wipes recalled over mould risk
Baby wipes sold at Chemist Warehouse, Baby Bunting recalled due to mould risk
A brand of baby wipes is being recalled due to possible mould growth which if used could lead to irritation, infection or allergic reaction.
Academy plans revealed for $200m equestrian centre
Academy plans revealed for $200m equestrian centre
The opening date for an estimated $200m Canterbury equine stud and equestrian training centre has been pushed back until late 2027.
'Sad news' for Smiths City - PM
'A difficult time for them': PM on Smiths City store closures, voluntary administration
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says it is "a real shame" to see Smiths City temporarily close all of its stores after being placed in voluntary administration.
Couple building a gym empire
Christchurch couple building a gym empire
When Fran met Chris Kappely, it wasn’t over coffee - it was at a Christchurch gym. That very same gym would later shape their life, love, and a growing business empire.
Flower farm fills biggest-ever Daffodil Day order
Canterbury flower farm fills its biggest-ever Daffodil Day order
A Canterbury flower farm has completed the biggest daffodil order in its history for the Cancer Society.
Ski-plane business marks 70 years
Canterbury ski-plane company marks 70 years on the ice
Christchurch pilot Sir Harry Wigley pulled off a daring landing on the Tasman Glacier in 1955, deploying homemade retractable skis below his Auster Aiglet to slide to a stop on a glittering mass of snow and ice.
Company had 80 warnings before worker's death
'Everyone knows this is dangerous': Fertiliser company had 80 warnings before worker's death
A major fertiliser company was told 80 times in a single report that its conveyor belt safety standards were not up to scratch, months before a worker died on one of its huge belts.
New supermarkets to be fast-tracked
Watch: New supermarkets to be fast-tracked in bid to boost competition
New supermarkets that could boost competition will be eligible for fast-tracked approval, under changes announced by the government on Wednesday.
New Nurse Maude chief executive appointed
New chapter for Nurse Maude under chief executive Louise Zacest
Nurse Maude has announced Louise Zacest will take over as its new chief executive from September 26.
Plant breeders look to adopt new gene tech
Plant breeders look to adopt new gene tech
Plant breeders have met in Christchurch to look for a way to adopt new gene technology while still trading on NZ’s GMO-free status.
How much could the RUC changes cost you?
$303 more to drive a Corolla, $200 for a RAV4: How much could the RUC changes cost you?
Changes to road user charges are a "leap into the unknown" and will increase New Zealand's emissions, a researcher says.
Trump threatens more tariffs for countries with digital taxes
Trump threatens more tariffs for countries with digital taxes
US President Donald Trump has threatened countries that have digital taxes with "subsequent additional tariffs" on their goods if those nations do not remove such legislation.
Meet the new Roadhouse café owners
Meet the new owners of the Roadhouse café
Canterbury's Parnassus Roadhouse café has new owners - and they are eager to build on its growing reputation as a great spot to stop on SH1 for a cup of tea and a break.
Lifestyle village plan concerns residents
Impending arrival of lifestyle village concerns residents
Residents of a small Canterbury town are concerned a 211-unit lifestyle village will bring an influx of elderly people, putting pressure on their services and medical facilities.
Company owes IRD more than $1m in unpaid tax
Christchurch company owes IRD more than $1m in unpaid tax
Christchurch company CProPainterPlaster has collapsed owing Inland Revenue an estimated $1 million in unpaid tax.
Whale Watch fined after workers injured
Whale Watch fined after workers injured
Whale Watch Kaikōura has been fined $246,500 in the Christchurch District Court after it admitted safety failures following two workplace incidents.