Police are investigating the director of Enzed Construction who has been accused of taking tens of thousands of dollars from homeowners before going to ground.
Scrapping the advertising restrictions for TV and radio broadcasters on Sundays and some public holidays could generate a multimillion-dollar boost for the industry.
Liquidators from BDO Christchurch expect many Smiths City creditors to go unpaid after they found more than $26.8m in liabilities from the collapse of the large retailer.
Another business linked to Christchurch property developer Andrew Bendemski has folded, leaving a string of connected companies owing at least $35 million to creditors.
Major NZ airports, including Christchurch, are breathing a collective sigh of relief after the Commerce Commission rejected a call to review regulation that requires them to act in the best interests of consumers.
The Christchurch hospitality sector is dining on a spending rise, suggesting pubs, cafes, restaurants and takeaway outlets are no longer still struggling.