Trampoline park forced to close
'Challenging economic times' force Christchurch trampoline park to close
A Christchurch indoor trampoline park has closed its doors after the company that runs it went into liquidation.
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From operating NZ's best country hotel to liquidation
From operating NZ's best country hotel to liquidation
The company which was operating the Commercial Hotel in Omakau when it closed its doors in late 2023 has been placed in liquidation.
Business relief too complex
Business relief too complex
A system to help struggling Lincoln businesses apply for compensation has been criticised as too complex and likely to have little return.
NZ fuel supply okay but 'things could get worse' - PM
NZ fuel supply okay but 'things could get worse' - PM
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand has "sufficient fuel supplies" as the war in the Middle East continues, but "things could get worse before they get better".
'Kick in the guts' for Canterbury
'Kick in the guts' for Canterbury
About 220 farmers in Canterbury are worried about their future as Wattie's considers closing several NZ factories, including its Hornby plant, and cutting hundreds of jobs.
Fonterra chief executive resigns
Fonterra chief executive resigns
Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell has announced he is leaving the dairy co-op after 25 years.
Suppliers urge to not panic-buy fuel amid rising prices
Suppliers urge to not panic-buy fuel amid rising prices
Drivers are being urged not to panic-buy fuel as motorists worry about rising prices.
Franchise owner driven to succeed
Franchise owner driven to succeed
Professionalism and a passion for helping people are the keys to Driving Miss Daisy North Canterbury's recent award win.
Farmer may abandon peas for livestock
Methven farmer may abandon peas for livestock if Wattie's factories close
Wattie's growers like Methven farmer Hamish Marr are reeling following the company's announcement of the proposed closure of three factories in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin.
Heinz Wattie's closures would hurt Canterbury farmers
Heinz Wattie's closures would hurt Canterbury farmers
Heinz Wattie's proposed restructure, which includes closing its Hornby plant in Christchurch, would hit about 220 Canterbury farmers who produce about 36,000 tonnes of peas every year for the company.
Gregg’s coffee factory set to close
Gregg’s coffee factory set to close
An iconic South Island coffee factory is set close, along with Heinz Wattie’s Ltd facilities in Christchurch and Auckland.
'Nervousness' over Air NZ warning
'Nervousness' over Air NZ warning
Nelson Mayor Nick Smith says there is a "huge amount of nervousness in regional New Zealand" over the possibility of Air NZ reviewing services.
Momentum building to brand Lyttelton
Momentum building to brand Lyttelton
What should Lyttelton’s identity be? A hippy paradise, a port town or a hub for art and culture?
Is your local dairy in this exhibition?
Is your local dairy in this exhibition?
Artist Harriet Millar has taken on the unique challenge of painting a series of Christchurch dairies and displaying them in an abandoned dairy she is sprucing up.
Stallholders’ market grumbles
Stallholders’ market grumbles
Riccarton Rotary trustees have taken up interim management of one of Christchurch's most popular markets after some stallholders have grown frustrated with recent changes.
Business liquidations continue to rise
Number of business liquidations set to keep rising
Business failures are forecast to continue, with liquidation numbers up 16% year-on-year, even as the economy starts to recover.
Rangiora shoppers facing intimidation
Rangiora shoppers facing intimidation
A Rangiora retailer is welcoming the new police move-on powers for homeless people, saying anti-social behaviour is ‘‘terrifying’’ staff and High St shoppers.
Foundation to close after 32 years
Christchurch foundation to close after 32 years
The Sumner Ferrymead Foundation will close after 32 years of supporting Christchurch community organisations.
Fly direct from Chch to Perth
Fly direct from Chch to Perth
South Island travellers will be able to fly directly to Perth from Christchurch Airport later this year.
Start-up companies gravitate to city
Start-up companies gravitate to city
A Ministry of Awesome initiative is turning Christchurch into a launching pad for business start-ups.