Business & Markets

Capsized barge removal ongoing in Tauranga marina

The main body of a barge that capsized at Tauranga Bridge Marina has been removed, Bay of Plenty Regional Council says. A 30m-long barge capsized on March... Read More

Record growth in R&D to drive economy

Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has welcomed a significant milestone in New Zealand's research and development (R&D) sector, with new... Read More

Banks update code to combat scams

Where a bank fails to meet five scam protection changes, they will have to compensate all or part of the customers losses if scammed. New Zealand Banking... Read More

AI in Hiring Risks 'Computer Says No' Bias

Using AI algorithms to to renew expired Jobseeker benefits automatically could result in 'computer says no' discrimination, experts are warning. Cabinet... Read More

Highway project confirmed, tolls expected by 2028

It is almost certain the new Tauriko West highway will be tolled when it reaches phase two in 2028, Transport Minister Chris Bishop said. The $2.8 billion... Read More

Better compensation for scam victims

Banks have responded to the Government's expectation to better protect Kiwi consumers from scams by introducing stronger safeguards and a compensation scheme,... Read More

Tauranga: Royal send-off to cruise season

The departure of the Royal Princess on Tuesday, April 15, marked the end of the main cruise ship season for Tauranga this year. Prior to leaving, Tauranga's... Read More

Major corridors unlock regional growth

A preferred road corridor announcement in Northland and news of Tauranga's Tauriko West road project being given a green light is expected to enhance connectivity... Read More

Tauranga man’s frustration as Air NZ fares soar

Tauranga man Scott Koster says it's 'tone deaf” for Air New Zealand to be showing off its new uniforms while many travellers are facing particularly high... Read More

Next steps on emergency ocean response capability

The Government is considering next steps on developing an emergency ocean response capability and has contracted ocean-going tugboat ‘MMA Vision' to provide... Read More

TV legend says host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast!

Beloved Kiwi TV personality, author and documentary producer Jude Dobson is inviting the people of Bay of Plenty to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast next month to... Read More

Bay of Plenty dairy company fined $48K

Unlawful effluent discharge described as 'highly careless” offending by a regional council lawyer has cost a Whakatāne dairy farm $48,000. Nomar Farms... Read More