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They’re expanding the curated concept beyond little pubs and New Zealand’s borders as growth ramps up.
Outlook statements from the likes of Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and Mainfreight weren’t as bad as the market feared.
Carry On: Western Sydney Airport, United’s Starlink, new routes.
The NBR Rich Lister founded the company as Otago Poultry in the 1990s.
Listed trade software company’s revenue up 20% and still making strides in Australia after CEO resigns due to ill health.
Analysts at the professional services firm have estimated how much KMD Brands could fetch for subsidiaries Rip Curl and Oboz.
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Willis says the country has seen what happened when governments provided sugar hits; Edmonds says taking from the poor does not make the country richer.
In the lead-up to the 40th edition of the Rich List in June, NBR is opening the archives to reproduce some of the best content from the past four decades.
Overview of what this year’s Budget entails – and what it means for you.
Optimistic forecasts show the economy growing and inflation coming down after the ‘temporary’ fuel price shock.
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Mainfreight hit a two-month high as its earnings calmed fears about its outlook.
Lead generation software company says its Pearl Engine produced ‘25 times more A-grade commercial records per dollar’ than certain generalist AI models.
The American business, headed by Jason Braid, remains excluded from the discretionary staff bonus of $46.3 million.
Two-fifths of the deficit is cyclical, says the Treasury.
But Kiwibank chief economist Jarrod Kerr warns the RBNZ is risking a lot to gain a little.
Three external members of the Monetary Policy Committee wanted to hike the OCR to 2.5%.
Monopoly Watch director Tex Edwards says proposed changes are an ‘academic reorganisation of chaos’.
But pre-Budget announcements about cuts to the public service and to the support given to people in social housing signalled the approach the Govt was instead taking, says Barbara Edmonds.
The Government has set out a Budget initiative to reduce gas consumption and will also legislate for greater transparency around gas supply and demand.
BlinkPay and BNZ say there is no need to wait for a new national payments platform.
Te Kāhui Raraunga has launched a Māori-owned data storage network as demand grows for sovereign AI, iwi archives, and control over digital infrastructure.
Dr Kiri Dell’s Nuka Charitable Trust is turning East Coast kānuka into a higher-value Māori economy play.
Co-op reports solid demand and highest third-quarter shipment volumes in a decade.
The private equity firm aims to raise up to $70m to bolster its orchard portfolio and shares in kiwifruit marketing body Zespri.
CAJ Apples agreed to sell to two Auckland businessmen two years ago, but the deal has collapsed.
It is a big win for regulators, and a judgment against Woolworths on similar charges is expected later this year.
Shares in Australia’s biggest property lender, CBA, dropped by 10% on Wednesday on fears of the impact on property investment.
This year’s Budget requires some difficult decisions by the Government as it deals with a fiscal position already deteriorating before the hit from the Middle East conflict.
The Government agency has been given $10m in this year's Budget to support emerging fund managers.
The ASX-listed company continues to investigate irregularities in its US business.
The ASX-listed Kiwi company has set an ambitious FY27 target with growth from its Myriad and Symphony product lines.
The representative body for independent barristers has urged a reconsideration of proposed legislation which would end the Smith v Fonterra claim.
Judge notes 'need for specific deterrence' after $4.5m Hawke's Bay land deal.
Any delay to class action proceeding just ‘a consequence of suing overseas parties,’ say defendants.
Local boss Stefan Boisen on what a global reset means for the global banking giant’s domestic business.
But business confidence to invest has fallen as growth plans go on the backburner.
The non-bank lender acquired the credit card business from The Warehouse Group in 2017.
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And UK businesses could be incentivised to employ younger people as more not in jobs or training.
In case you missed it: News bites for the week.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the change is expected to save the Government $209m over four years.
Acquisition of Christchurch firm continues Craigs’ roll-up strategy.
Former portfolio manager Victoria Harris, co-founder of The Curve, takes over global shares fund.
Valuation expectations a key challenge for 2026.
Crown-funded international tourism marketing agency says its event ‘win ratio’ sits at over 60%.
The hotel and gambling operator is expecting the NZICC to pull an additional 500,000 annual visitors into its Auckland precinct within the next two years.
Jetstar and Qantas were largely responsible for surging Australian arrivals and 4% international passenger increase into Auckland Airport.
Hybrid ferry would remain reliant on diesel generation until the completion of the downtown fast ferry charger at the downtown ferry terminal.
Call comes as Wellington’s water authority says annual rates could hit $7000 a year within the next decade, more than double Auckland’s.
It says it will consider taking a further look at the process at a later stage.
Commercial real estate investor has identified surplus properties valued at about $139 million.
The Notable Properties Trust settled on two neighbouring properties yesterday, which would ‘simplify’ the restoration of the St James Theatre.
The firm’s hotels and hospitality team has been razed by competitors, following a right-sizing that’s also seen office closures.
Six firms signed up to the initiative, led by pro bono clearinghouse Te Ara Ture, with an annual target of 25 hours per lawyer.
Latest Financial Statements Monitoring Insights report highlights several areas of reporting concerns for the market regulator.
He will be replaced by litigation partner Ben Russell.
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‘It made sense that they were the right partners to take the business forward,’ says the company’s CEO.
After jewellery retailer Silvermoon went into liquidation, its founder Simon Thwaites came out of ‘semi-retirement’ to rebuild the company he started more than 20 years ago.
The proposal could lead to unintended consequences, says BusinessNZ.
Bream Tail Road estate is reputed to have fetched more than its $40 million asking price.
Luxury market picks up, partially on the back of surging international sales, with 15 applications received by international buyers under the so-called ‘golden visa’.
Offshore buying proves a bright spot in otherwise slow recovery for high-end properties – and as Middle Eastern buyers start looking.
Pilot and two passengers received minor injuries in crash.
Carry On: Mideast airport losses, Trump’s airport, Korean merger.
National carrier says the new routes are part of an agreement with Christchurch Airport to expand international connectivity into the South Island.
Non-binding letter of intent signed for power purchase agreement.
Electricity regulator introduces 'non-discrimination' measures to promote level playing field in retail competition.
Fuel crisis has shown NZ’s competitive landscape remains strong, although utilities remain the country’s least competitive sector, it says.
A report from across the Tasman says the radio broadcaster’s private equity owner is soliciting bids for the business.
The state broadcaster will pay an interim dividend of $1.3m to the Crown.
The listed casino operator had been distributing PDF copies of NBR articles to staff using just one subscription.
Barry is known as a leading trial lawyer with a significant track record as counsel appearing in high-stakes regulatory matters.
Nick Beeby will join MIA on July 1.
Michael Skeens will be responsible for leading Tower’s operational hubs, teams, systems, and processes.