Business & Markets

Kiwifruit picker reveals $60 per hour secret

Is it really possible to earn $60 an hour picking fruit? 'Absolutely!” says Maketū's Trish Townsend, who has been a kiwifruit picker in the Bay of Plenty... Read More

It‘s time to review your poo

It's time to ‘Review Your Poo', New Zealand! Knowing what is normal for you - and actively seeking medical advice if something's not quite right - is the... Read More

Fair Pay Bill flies through first reading

Legislation that will see a radical overhaul of New Zealand's current workplace laws has passed its first reading. The Fair Pay Agreements Bill will set... Read More

Ink tank v cartridge printers: what is best value?

A Consumer NZ comparison has found that ink tank printers are about 16 times cheaper to print than a similar ink cartridge model. Consumer purchased two... Read More

Cat food shortage: moggie feeding alternatives

Supply issues and shipping delays resulting from the Covid pandemic have caused a serious cat food shortage in New Zealand. While some may have noticed the situation... Read More

BayTrust reaps rewards of sustainable investing

Having overhauled its investment strategy to slash its own carbon footprint, BayTrust has been enjoying record financial returns and is now championing its sustainable... Read More

Disappointment at red light status quo

'Bitter disappointment” is how some organisations describe the reaction to New Zealand staying at red Covid setting. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made... Read More

Airport fog delays to be helped by Government

The headache of having flights delayed due to heavy fog hanging around New Zealand airports may be finally resolved. A government partnership with New Zealand... Read More

Packing technology cuts packhouse labour needs

An intelligent robotic fruit packing machine that automates the most labour intensive job in the packhouse is proving to be a game-changer for post-harvest operators... Read More

An exotic line of veterinarian work for Martin

Dr Martin Earles is turning his veterinarian expertise to new, exciting and exotic challenges by caring for Tauranga's more unusual pets and birds. On Tuesday... Read More

What‘s on - Everest, triathlon, hot pools and art

Good morning and welcome to Sunday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService are forecasting some morning cloud, otherwise... Read More

Honey company joins kiwi saving efforts

Comvita has partnered with conservation organisation, Save the Kiwi, in a significant sponsorship agreement that will ultimately provide more safe habitat for... Read More