Council candidates sign pledge on future of asset sales
Christchurch local body election candidates are being lobbied to sign a pledge committing to keeping the city’s strategic assets in public hands.
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New precinct aims to bring back village vibe
New hospitality, shopping precinct aims to bring back village vibe
A major new hospitality and retail precinct set to be built on Lincoln’s main street will be home to 14 businesses.
Restaurant company in $450k liquidation
Canterbury restaurant operator in liquidation owing more than $450k
A company co-owned by a former All Black which ran a Canterbury restaurant has gone into liquidation owing more than $450,000 to creditors.
Real estate franchisees accused of price fixing
Chch real estate franchisees accused of price fixing
The Commerce Commission is accusing several Christchurch Harcourts real estate franchisees of price-fixing.
Part-time workers' sick leave cut back
Part-time workers' sick leave cut back
The Workplace Relations Minister says sweeping changes to the Holidays Act will make the system fairer.
Plan to build retirement village ditched
Plan to build retirement village next to Hagley Park ditched
Ryman Healthcare has dropped its plan to build a $240 million retirement village next to Hagley Park in Christchurch.
Calls for easier path to residency from popular cafe owners
Calls for easier path to residency from popular cafe owners
A popular cafe is calling on the government to provide more pathways to residency for hospitality workers, saying its currently losing them to other sectors.
Airline steps in to take over regional route
Airline steps in to take over Blenheim-Christchurch flights
Originair has announced it will start flying from Blenheim to Christchurch seven days a week from October 19.
Major roading contract awarded
Major Canterbury roading contract awarded
Fulton Hogan has been awarded a five-year $40.7 million operations and maintenance contract to look after the Ashburton District's roading network.
Never been a tougher time for businesses - Briscoes boss
Never been a tougher time for businesses - Briscoes boss
The recent collapse of Smiths City and Kitchen Things is just the tip of the iceberg, a major NZ retail boss says.
Former HVS Motors owner admits EV scam
Former HVS Motors owner admits EV scam
A high-flying former owner of HVS Motors, who attempted to pull off a $400,000 electric-vehicle scam, has been sentenced.
Big retailers set to lay off more staff
Big retailers set to lay off more staff
A new report has issued a warning about the performance of several large New Zealand retailers after the closure of Smiths City and Kitchen Things.
Opening date revealed for NZ's first IKEA store
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.
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.