Business & Markets

Foodie box challenge attracts plenty of chefs

Twenty eateries are putting their culinary flair to the test, entering the 11-day Plates of Plenty Challenge which is starting this Thursday. The Challenge... Read More

Busy summer puts the zing back in tourism's stride

The New Zealand tourism industry's summer season has ended on a very healthy note, with many tourism operators across the country reporting strong business and... Read More

BOP Pathlab workers going on strike for better pay

Bay of Plenty workers at an 'essential” healthcare service serving hundreds of patients a day are striking for 24 hours for better pay amid rising inflation... Read More

Defence officer loses $250k to fraudsters

A Defence officer who lost $250,000 to offshore fraudsters says ASB should reimburse his loss because a branch manager helped him complete the huge money transfer,... Read More

The annual NZCB Apprentice Challenge

Building apprentices from across Tauranga will battle it out on Saturday, April 6 at the New Zealand Certified Builders Apprentice Challenge sponsored by ITM.... Read More

Consumer NZ unveils poor-performing products

From carpet washers that leave exceedingly damp floors, to the coffee machine that makes a terrible brew, there are a few products that Consumer NZ is urging... Read More

Super snapper for economic growth

A new project to breed ‘super' snapper that are more resistant to disease, grow faster, and can thrive in warmer water could help drive more economic growth... Read More

What's on - jazz, Te Puke Egg-Stravaganza, art

Good morning and welcome to Easter Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting a mainly fine... Read More

Salmon products recalled due to Listeria risk

New Zealand Food Safety is supporting food company Matakana Smokehouse in its recall of a specific batch of two of its salmon products due to the possible presence... Read More

A new ice cream truck hops into BOP

Any-bunny else egg-cited for Easter? You won't want to miss the one-of-a-kind, Easter themed foodiefeast hopping around Bay of Plenty this month. The... Read More

Cracking into Easter chocolate prices

Consumer NZ has eggsplored how much more we pay for chocolate in a hollow egg or bunny shape. 'The fact we pay more for a perfectly packaged easter treat... Read More

Opening for business or working this Easter?

The Labour Inspectorate is reminding employers and employees of their rights and responsibilities leading up to the Easter period. Labour Inspectorate Head... Read More