Business & Markets

New liquor licences sought for Tauranga bars

There is hope for the reopening of closed bars in two Tauranga suburbs as new liquor licence applications are considered. The Welcome Bay Tavern and Maungatapu... Read More

NZ vintage delivers bumper but unprocessed crop

The value of wine exports has dropped slightly over the past year, though volumes remain strong with an exceptionally large 2025 harvest to drive growth. New... Read More

NZ vintage delivers bumper but unprocessed crop

By Nona Pelletier of RNZ The value of wine exports has dropped slightly over the past year, though volumes remain strong with an exceptionally large 2025... Read More

BOP avocado growers donate windfall fruit

The Bay of Plenty avocado industry has banded together after 'devastating” winds hit more than 400 orchards, with some losing 90% of their fruit. Growers... Read More

Sustainable BOP closes its doors

A Bay of Plenty based environmental awareness trust has formally closed, with its remaining funds distributed to three local charities that are continuing its... Read More

Overseas holiday leaves woman battling card fraud

A woman's financial loss is a stark reminder to always keep credit cards and PIN numbers secure, warns a financial ombudsman. An overseas holiday took a dark... Read More

Mass recall of Tasti snack treats due to metal

More than 20 popular Tasti brand snack products are being urgently recalled due to concerns over the potential presence of metal. Some of the popular lunchbox... Read More

Freak hailstorm turns Bethlehem white

Bethlehem residents were astounded to find crackling thunder and a hailstorm early on Friday evening left a white coating across the ground, with one motorist... Read More

KiwiSaver choice that could cost retirees $30,000

Retirees may be costing themselves thousands of dollars by switching to too-conservative investments too early. The Financial Markets Authority's KiwiSaver... Read More

Pay equity protest picnic at Mount Drury

Families, community members and supporters of fair pay are invited to a protest picnic for pay equity at Mount Drury tomorrow. The event, hosted by Unions... Read More

Black Clash returns to Bay Oval next year

The clash of New Zealand‘s sporting titans returns to Mount Maunganui this summer. Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Hot Springs Spas T20 Black Clash,... Read More

Entries open for Tauranga Business Awards 2026

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Tauranga Business Awards. And next year's awards have a refreshed selection of categories available for people to enter,... Read More