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Building Surveyors Welcome Overseas Standards Bill, Urges Caution Around Implementation
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Institute of Building Surveyors
Access to overseas standards is currently expensive and often confusing. Without proper training and guidance, there’s a real risk of misinterpretation or misuse in the New Zealand context. More >>
West Coast/Top Of South Dairy Industry Award Winners Announced
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards
Due to the minimum number of finalists not being reached, West Coast/Top of the South Share Farmer and Dairy Manager entrant scores were benchmarked against the national average, with data collated from the 10 other regions. More >>
GP Investment Crucial To Easing Healthcare Pressure
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 12:46 pm | The New Zealand Initiative
The Heart of Healthcare: Renewing New Zealand's Primary Care Systemexamines the economic case for strengthening GP services, as Health Minister Simeon Brown recently announced initiatives to address GP shortages. More >>
Household Net Worth Little Changed In December 2024
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 12:25 pm | Stats NZ
Total household assets rose $4.3 billion (0.2 percent) in the December 2024 quarter – a rise in financial assets was partly offset by a fall in non-financial assets. More >>
Household Income And Saving Increase In The December 2024 Quarter
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 12:23 pm | Stats NZ
Increases in the income from self-employed business owners and partnerships meant that household income rose during the December 2024 quarter, despite a decrease in salaries and wages for the second quarter in a row, institutional sectors spokesperson ... More >>
Crisis-Proofing Your Business: Tips For Managing Risk
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 12:09 pm | Hugh Grant
Crisis-proofing your business means implementing strategies and measures to ensure business resilience and stability in the face of unexpected challenges or events. More >>
Customs Welcomes 20-years Of Cooperation With China
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 11:56 am | New Zealand Customs Service
Originally in place to increase cooperation with China Customs in combating the movement of illicit drugs from reaching New Zealand, the Customs Counsellor role has evolved to also enhance the two-way trade relationship between both countries. More >>
Trump Imposes Ten Percent Tariff On New Zealand Exports
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 11:51 am | Taxpayers' Union
New Zealand has long prided itself on being a champion of free trade, with some of the most open markets in the world. Imposing retaliatory tariffs would be a step backwards, harming New Zealand’s economy and inviting further trade restrictions ... More >>
Insights Into Infrastructure Disruptions Welcome
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 11:44 am | Retail NZ
The New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) research shows that short term disruptions have been widely felt through projects like the Auckland City Rail Link, Wellington’s ‘Let’s Get Wellington Moving’ and CBD upgrades in Tauranga ... More >>
Blackpearl Group Announces US-based COO To Drive Aggressive Growth Strategy
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 11:41 am | Blackpearl Group
With extensive experience in both high-growth startups and profitable, long-term businesses, Kerner brings a rare ability to balance ambition with structure. Kerner will be based in the US and will work to closely align the company’s US and NZ ... More >>
Passenger Demand Holds, Commercial Sector Eases, And Lower-Emission Uptake Grows
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 10:53 am | Motor Industry Association
Rather than expanding fleets, operators appear to be focusing on utilisation and efficiency, managing through a period of softer demand. More >>
Why Your Next Pay Could Be A Little Smaller
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 9:54 am | RNZ
It's part of a raft of changes that came in on 1 April. More >>
Consumer Spending Remains Slow Across NZ And Yet To Respond To Declining Interest Rates
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 9:48 am | Worldline
Worldline NZ’s Chief Sales Officer, Bruce Proffit says the Core Retail sectoral mix remains biased towards more spending on groceries and less on hardware, furniture and notably, hospitality. More >>
Empowering Software Development Through Delphi Training And Consulting
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 9:01 am | Hugh Grant
Be it the optimization of legacy systems, integration of modern technologies, or preparation for future trends, Delphi remains at the forefront of software development and a key to sustainable success in the digital age. More >>
Cutting The OCR Next Week 'Likely The Wrong Thing To Do' - Economist
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 8:58 am | RNZ
Westpac's chief economist expects the RBNZ will go ahead with a smaller sized cut of 25 basis points to 3.5 percent. More >>
Streamlined H&S Regime Drives Focus On Key Risks - Federated Farmers
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:35 am | Federated Farmers
The changes announced this week will result in greater clarity for farmers, and other business owners, on what they need to do. More >>
Welcome Clarity And Relief For Business With New And Improved Access To Guidance
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:26 am | Business Leaders' Health and Safety Forum
It’s great to see the Minister listening to business to move to a greater use and focus on ACOPs and to help businesses to manage new and emerging risks, rather than waiting on often years-long changes or updates to regulations. More >>
Feedback On The Minister For Workplace Relations And Safety’s Call To Reduce Ambiguity For Health And Safety Compliance
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:24 am | CHASNZ
We further endorse the intent to encourage industry groups to play a role in writing practical and evidence based guidance that improves health, safety and wellbeing. More >>
Codes Of Practice To Light The Way
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:22 am | BusinessNZ
BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich says the changes will better support health and safety management. More >>
Work Still Required To Reduce Workplace Harm
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:18 am | EMA
While the Minister has announced four recommended changes to the health and safety laws in the past few days, the EMA believes there is still more that could be done to bring our rates of workplace harm closer to jurisdictions such as Australia and ... More >>
Price Hikes Are Coming - It’s Time To Review Your Power Provider
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:15 am | Consumer NZ
Powerswitch encourages consumers to take advantage of its free comparison service to ensure they are not paying more than necessary. More >>
Time For Growth: The Plan Auckland Needs To Be A Global Tech Hub – Auckland Tech Council
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:07 am | Auckland Business Chamber
“A year ago, we made the case for Auckland as a global tech hub. The excitement it generated showed we’re on the right path. Now, we have a plan to get us there,” says Simon Bridges, CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber. More >>
NZ’s Ambiguity In Law Is A Weakness To Combatting Financial Crime, Trans-national Crime And Financing Of Terrorism
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 7:03 am | Asia Pacific AML
Financial exclusion is a risk that New Zealand’s Ministry of Justice and AML/CFT Supervisors have not yet fully addressed. The adverse consequence of financial exclusion is “Underground Banking”. More >>
Powerball And Strike Roll Over
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:00 pm | Lotto New Zealand
Lotto First Division will be $1 million and Strike Four will be $1 million on Saturday. More >>
Minibus Rental In Auckland For Comfortable Group Travel
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 6:46 pm | Auckland Vehicle Rentals
The booking process is simple, and the team at Auckland Vehicle Rentals is ready to help ensure your trip goes off without a hitch. Whether it’s a day trip or a weekend adventure, these minibuses are built to deliver a safe, enjoyable, and practical ... More >>
Hire A Cargo Van In Auckland For Business Or Personal Use
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 6:45 pm | Auckland Vehicle Rentals
Up to 100km of free travel is included with each hire, helping customers stay on budget. Rentals can be booked online within minutes, and the company’s dedicated team is always on hand to provide guidance or help you choose the right vehicle for ... More >>
Now You Can Rent A Truck In Orewa With Auckland Vehicle Rentals
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 6:44 pm | Auckland Vehicle Rentals
Customers can reserve their vehicle online or speak with a knowledgeable staff member for assistance. With trucks available right in Orewa, locals no longer need to travel far for dependable rental services. More >>
Taupō’s Star Rises On Australia's #1 Breakfast Show "Sunrise"
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 5:46 pm | Love Taupo
Led by Destination Great Lake Taupō (DGLT), in collaboration with Tourism New Zealand, the lakefront broadcast was beamed out on Channel 7's flagship program, Australia’s #1 television show for the past 21 years. More >>
Simplify Your Move With Furniture Truck Hire From Auckland Vehicle Rentals
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 5:36 pm | Auckland Vehicle Rentals
Whether you're a student moving into a flat, a family upsizing to a new home, or a business relocating, Auckland Vehicle Rentals offers the tools to make your move easier. More >>
Reliable And Affordable Rental Trucks In Auckland Now Available For Any Move
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 5:17 pm | Auckland Vehicle Rentals
No matter the size of your move or project, Auckland Vehicle Rentals has the right truck to keep things moving smoothly. More >>
Health And Safety At Work Act 2015 Reform Update
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 5:10 pm | MinterEllisonRuddWatts
The focus on critical risk, and efforts to give clarity on obligations under HSWA, and how they interact with other obligations, are positive steps in the right direction. They may also help to ensure effort is focussed in the right places. More >>
Ceremony Heralds Start Of Construction On New Zealand’s Largest Solar Farm Project
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 4:04 pm | Harmony Energy
The solar farm, which is expected to be commissioned by late 2026, will cover 182 hectares and generate 280 gigawatt hours of electricity per year, enough renewable electricity to supply the equivalent of approximately 35,000 New Zealand homes and ... More >>
Truck Dashcams Capture Some Hair-Raising Impatient Driving
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 3:51 pm | Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
Truck drivers spend more time on the roads than almost anyone else. Transporting New Zealand is consistently hearing concerns from our road freight members about incidents of impatient and unsafe driving they’re seeing while going about their ... More >>
From Waipawa To The World Stage: Rhys's Paris Triumph!
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 3:03 pm | Waipawa Butchery
The World Butchers’ Challenge is a prestigious event that celebrates the craftsmanship and artistry of butchers from around the globe. Rhys’s third-place finish underscores his exceptional skills and the quality of training he received at Waipawa Butchery. More >>
FMA Unveils Review Into Financial Advice Accessibility To Drive Better Outcomes For The Financial Advice Sector
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 2:53 pm | Financial Markets Authority
The review aims to get to the core of these issues to improve where the FMA focuses its regulatory efforts, to be more forward looking and risk based and make better decisions on interventions. More >>
AI And The Kiwi Advantage: How New Zealanders Are Turning AI Adoption Into A Skills Revolution
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 12:39 pm | Jonathan Brabant
While many nations are approaching AI with caution, Kiwi workers are embracing this technology relatively quickly, empowered by the Government, and using it to reshape their professional capabilities and enhance their skills and workflows. More >>
Motorola Solutions Expands Avigilon Enterprise Security Suite To Accelerate Response During Emergencies
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 12:07 pm | Motorola Solutions
Company’s deep public safety expertise underpins new Avigilon features to enhance enterprise security operations and direct connections with first responders More >>
Christchurch Airport Starts Direct Flights To Cairns With Jetstar
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 11:38 am | Christchurch Airport
Building on its strong presence at Christchurch Airport, Jetstar is expanding its trans-Tasman network, adding Cairns to its list of Australian destinations alongside its daily direct flights to the Gold Coast and Melbourne. More >>
Bachcare And Commerce Commission Reach Agreement
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 11:13 am | Bachcare
Bachcare and the Commerce Commission will now ask for their agreed approach to be determined by the High Court. More >>
Annual Number Of Home Consents Down 7.4 Percent
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 10:55 am | Stats NZ
In the year ended February 2025, there were 17,743 multi-unit homes consented, down 15 percent compared with the year ended February 2024. There were 15,852 stand-alone houses consented, up 2.3 percent over the same period. More >>
20 Years And 2.5 Million Guests At The Grand By SkyCity
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 10:46 am | Sky City
The hotel looks forward to welcoming even more visitors and continuing to elevate our hospitality for years to come. More >>
ComCom Action Prompts Changes To Bachcare’s T&Cs
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 10:44 am | Commerce Commission
Commission Deputy Chair Anne Callinan says this is a win for consumers as Bachcare is updating its Terms and Conditions so future guests get a fairer deal when they use Bachcare. More >>
New Programme Empowers Taranaki Over 50’s To Start Their Own Business
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 10:15 am | Venture Taranaki
Funded by Office for Seniors and delivered in partnership by the region's economic development agency, Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki and Univentures, this programme is customised to fit the needs of those 50+ who are seeking to start a business venture ... More >>
Auckland Housing Market Recovery Arrives
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 10:15 am | Barfoot and Thompson
Barfoot & Thompson sold 1213 properties in March; The long-anticipated housing market recovery finally arrived in March, says Managing Director Peter Thompson. More >>
Stuff Group Welcomes Jimmy Farrant And Clare Howat To Commercial Team
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:49 am | Stuff
Jimmy Farrant and Clare Howat join as Senior Business Development Managers, and combined have almost 40 years of experience in advertising, marketing, sales and business development. More >>
Entries Open For 2025 Hawke’s Bay Export Awards
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:46 am | Business Central
Entries for the awards close on the 5th of June, with site visits taking place late June and early July. Finalists will be announced on the 7th of July, with the Awards Gala Dinner on the 31st July at Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre. More >>
YourRide Doubles In Size In A Flat Economy—Proof That Local Still Wins
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:41 am | YourRide
YourRide has grown its national footprint to a fleet of over 2,000 taxis, covering every major region across Aotearoa. The app, which launched as an evolution of Zoomy, now sees thousands of bookings every day—from early-morning airport runs to late-night ... More >>
Clear Responsibilities For Health And Safety
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:28 am | BusinessNZ
Changes announced today indicate that the routine management of health and safety in the workplace will in future rest solely with managers, not directors. More >>
Clarity Over Governance And Management Will Improve Health And Safety Outcomes
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:21 am | EMA
"This change will assist in the maturing of health and safety management practices within businesses, and remove the culture of fear and costly overcompliance affecting many boards." More >>
Xero And Sumday Partner To Offer 12 Months Free Carbon Accounting Tools To Xero Customers
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:01 am | Xero
This offering also provides small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping partners with valuable training, templates and resources to enhance their carbon accounting skills. More >>
IoD Welcomes Clarification Of Health And Safety Duties, Says More Could Be Done
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 8:47 am | Institute Of Directors
Guy Beatson, General Manager of the Institute of Directors’ (IoD) Governance Leadership Centre says there are other governance factors that could improve New Zealand’s workplace health and safety record. More >>
Simon Bridges Drifts Into Open Banking With Champion Pro Racer Mad Mike Whiddett
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 8:43 am | Emerge Group
The dynamic time trial, designed by a local fintech, was created to break down the notion that banking has to be slow and complicated. More >>
Can Buildings Light Up The Lives Of People With Dementia?
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 8:16 am | University of Auckland
Working with the support of the University’s Future Cities Research Hub and Centre for Co-created Ageing Research, Waterhouse aims to empower older people with dementia to participate in research and co-create solutions. More >>
NZ On Air Congratulates The Creators Behind TV Series n00b: From A Little TikTok Series To Cannes
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 7:50 am | NZ On Air
n00b is a youth-oriented scripted comedy set in Gore in 2005 that tells the tale of six Kiwi teenagers as they navigate the cringey period of adolescence...on the internet. More >>
Rethink Of Tax On Work Perks
Tuesday, 1 April 2025, 8:09 pm | RNZ
No one takes a job because they'll be paid a Christmas ham, tax expert says, so is it fair to tax them? More >>
Protect What Matters Most With Mortgage Insurance From Advanced Mortgage Solutions
Tuesday, 1 April 2025, 5:35 pm | Advanced Mortgage Solutions
Advanced Mortgage Solutions offers independent advice and works with a range of reputable insurance providers to help clients find cover that fits both their budget and circumstances. More >>
Smarter Financing For Your New Build: Tailored Loan Options From Advanced Mortgage Solutions
Tuesday, 1 April 2025, 5:32 pm | Advanced Mortgage Solutions
“We help our clients understand the differences between staged construction loans, fixed-price contracts, and turn-key packages, and guide them toward the most suitable lending option.” More >>
Helping Kiwis Secure The Best Mortgage – Without The Stress
Tuesday, 1 April 2025, 5:18 pm | Advanced Mortgage Solutions
Every step of the way, Advanced Mortgage Solutions manages the paperwork, liaises with lenders, and ensures applications meet approval criteria, saving clients time and removing uncertainty. More >>
Expert Mortgage Advice – At No Cost To You
Tuesday, 1 April 2025, 5:15 pm | Advanced Mortgage Solutions
Unlike some financial services, mortgage advice from AMS is completely free for clients. Instead of charging customers directly, brokers are paid a commission by the lender once a loan is approved. This allows clients to access professional advice without ... More >>
Get House-Hunting Ready: Why Mortgage Pre-Approval Is A Must In Today’s Market
Tuesday, 1 April 2025, 5:11 pm | Advanced Mortgage Solutions
“Getting pre-approved is one of the smartest moves a buyer can make,” says the team at Advanced Mortgage Solutions. “It gives you clarity on your budget, puts you in a stronger position to negotiate, and shows sellers that you’re serious.” More >>
