Business & Markets

New measures to ease cost of living pressures

A suite of targeted measures and practical supports take effect from today, July 1, to help Kiwis into work, bring down the cost of living, and put more money... Read More

Salmonella: products containing tahini recalled

Multiple importers are recalling specific batches of Durra brand Tahina and Halawa products due to the possible presence of Salmonella. 'Salmonellosis can be... Read More

New air routes to boost capacity for tourists

New direct China to New Zealand airline routes will add significant capacity with thousands more seats available per month, supporting tourism, international education... Read More

Deposit compensation scheme becomes law

New Zealanders will have up to $100,000 of their deposits in any eligible institution guaranteed in the event that institution fails under legislation passed in... Read More

All food businesses must do yearly mock recalls

In good news for both consumers and the food industry, a legislation change requiring food businesses to carry out a simulated recall every 12 months comes into... Read More

Tauranga reacts to fuel tax cut ending

Tauranga residents spend a lot of time in their cars, and come July 1, they'll be spending 25 cents per litre more on fuel too. The fuel excise tax cut introduced... Read More

Bank profits fall to lowest level in 18 months

Bank profits have fallen to their lowest level in 18 months as they put more aside for possible bad debts and lending growth stalled, denting margins. KPMG's... Read More

Mussels aiding muscles

No pain, no gain - sore muscles are a common side effect of exercise. Researchers have now found that New Zealand Greenshell mussel powder can help men recover... Read More

Tourism boost as overseas anglers return to NZ

More than 13,500 international anglers took to the water in pursuit of New Zealand's renowned wild trout during the recent fishing season, according to data from... Read More

Final days before toll road price increase

Motorists will notice an increase in toll road pricing this weekend. From Saturday, July 1, the price of using toll roads will rise by 20-40 cents. A Waka Koathi... Read More

Petrol price expected to increase by 29c

Anyone considering stockpiling fuel before petrol prices jump up on Saturday might want to think twice. You could be breaking the law, and be putting your home... Read More

Ruapehu ski season to go ahead this winter

The Government will provide up to $5 million to the liquidators of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts (RAL) to ensure the mountain's 2023 ski season can go ahead, Regional Development... Read More