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Air New Zealand Expects To Bank $20 Million Of Unused Credits
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 8:25 pm | RNZ
"Some may have forgotten these, moved or found travel plans unfeasible," an investment adviser says. More >>
'Bumper' Salt Volumes In Cyclone Recovery For Dominion Salt
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 8:24 pm | RNZ
Harvest produced nothing after being disrupted by Cyclone Gabrielle. More >>
Farm Plan Improvements Heading In The Right Direction
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 6:31 pm | Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers are welcoming the Government's intention to have a new farm plan system in place by the end of the year. More >>
Thousands Of Kiwis Advised To Research Work Culture Before Migrating To Australia - Study
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 5:24 pm | Great Place To Work
A new Trans-Tasman study shows corporate culture in Australia can be less accommodating, particularly when it comes to race, gender, sexual orientation & job security. More >>
Greenpeace Pledges Continued Fight Against Seabed Mining As Australian Miners Lodge EPA Application
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 4:33 pm | Greenpeace
Seabed mining in the South Taranaki Bight would damage rich ecosystems and threaten precious marine life such as the pygmy blue whale, Māui and Hector’s dolphins and kororā. More >>
Cloudian Appoints New APJ Channel And Marketing Directors
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 2:48 pm | Cloudian
Leading enterprise object storage systems provider sees Asia Pacific and Japan growth surge as data demands spike, and enterprises and partners seek shelter from tariffs. More >>
PRINZ Announce 50 Finalists For The 51st Annual PRINZ Awards
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 2:07 pm | PRINZ
The PRINZ Awards honour excellence, promote continuous improvement, and showcase the outstanding work achieved by public relations and communications management professionals in New Zealand. More >>
Pead Celebrates Internal Success With Promotion
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 12:47 pm | Pead
Pead, specialists in creative communications and reputation management, is pleased to announce the promotion of Alice Grigg to Account Manager. Sarah Munnik, Partner at Pead, says, "Alice joined us as an Account Executive and it’s been an absolute ... More >>
Industry Bodies Publish Collaborative Roadmap To Addressing Key Challenges For Hospitality
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 12:17 pm | Hospitality New Zealand
Developed through extensive consultation with the hospitality sector, the Summit report identifies 65 practical and actionable solutions across seven key areas. More >>
Watch Out For Public Holiday Surcharges On Easter Sunday
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 12:06 pm | Consumer NZ
Jessica Walker, acting head of research and advocacy at Consumer, says the cost-of-living pinch isn’t going to stop people from heading out for an Easter treat over the break, and she wants consumers to know when they can reasonably expect to pay surcharges. More >>
The Reserve Bank Of New Zealand’s Five Year Funding Agreement Published
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 12:02 pm | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
The FYFA has been set at $750m, with some elements of RBNZ’s spending excluded from the agreement.Board Chair Neil Quigley says: “Our new FYFA presents an opportunity for RBNZ to shape ourselves for the future. More >>
Health Infrastructure Plan Can Be Supported By Private Investment - Infrastructure New Zealand
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 11:37 am | Infrastructure New Zealand
We see this as an opportunity for the Government to expand its approach to using private capital in the provision of health infrastructure, while still ensuring ownership of the assets remains with the Crown. More >>
Datadog A Leader In AIOps According To Independent Research Firm
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 11:22 am | Datadog
Datadog received the highest score possible in multiple criteria, including innovation, log management, data governance and lineage, cloud and infrastructure, APM, and more More >>
NZTA Heeds Trucking Industry Advice On Dunedin SH1 Improvements
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 11:04 am | Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
"We were opposed to a new set of traffic lights being installed on SH1 between Great King Street and Pine Hill Road because that would unnecessarily slow and stop some traffic," says Chief executive Dom Kalasih. More >>
Snowflake Research Reveals More ANZ Organisations Investing Heavily In Gen AI Than The Global Average
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 10:52 am | Snowflake
The global research report, undertaken in collaboration with Enterprise Strategy Group, surveyed 1,900 business and IT leaders across nine different countries — all of whom are actively using generative AI for one or more use cases. More >>
YourRide Champions Passenger Security Amid Rise In Rogue Taxi Operations
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 10:39 am | YourRide
In an era where passenger exploitation has become a pressing concern, YourRide stands as a beacon of trust and integrity, setting the standard for safe and ethical taxi services across New Zealand. More >>
Quarterly Rental Update: Auckland Rental Market Continued To Cool Over Summer Period
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 10:25 am | Barfoot and Thompson
The average weekly rent for a home in Auckland registered $691.55 at the end of March 2025. This was up 2.75% or $18.49 on the same period last year, but was just $1.77 more than the average paid in December 2024 ($689.78). More >>
Bank Accounts A Key Tool For Reducing Ex-Prisoner Reoffending
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 10:08 am | FinCap
Without a bank account, ex-prisoners struggle to be paid for work, receive benefits, pay bills, or find housing-making it hard to live legally and independently. More >>
Veteran Founders Disrupting Sole-Trader Accounting in NZ
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:57 am | Lodg
Lodg, a cutting-edge accounting technology company, is set to revolutionize the way sole traders and independent contractors manage their taxes. Founded by a team of successful entrepreneurs, Lodg automates tax processes, making them simple, stress-free, ... More >>
Ending ACC Discount For Safe Truck Drivers Is A Backwards Move
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:55 am | Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
Fleet Saver can save accredited businesses that demonstrate their commitment to road and workplace safety up to 40 per cent on the ACC portion of their annual motor vehicle license fees. More >>
Mediaworks Introduces High-Impact, One-day Advertising For Maximum Reach
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:36 am | Mediaworks
Designed for ease of activation, these high-impact ad placements provide a seamless, pre-planned solution for advertisers seeking maximum impressions over a single day. More >>
Kiwifruit Logistics Company, TKL Handles Enough Kiwifruit To Feed Everyone In India And China Twice Over!
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:35 am | TKL Logistics Limited
TKL Logistics Limited (formally Tauranga Kiwifruit Logistics) has played a critical part in the early success of the kiwifruit season. TKL has been contracted by Zespri since 2006, to provide professional services relating to the planning and loading ... More >>
Two Millionaires In One Day With Instant Kiwi
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:09 am | Lotto New Zealand
This is a first in the game’s history – we’ve never before made two people millionaires from Instant Kiwi in a single day, Lotto NZ’s Head of Corporate Communications, Will Hine says. More >>
Scales Increases Investment In Shelby Foods
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 9:06 am | Scales Corporation Ltd
Scales Corporation’s Managing Director, Andy Borland says “We are delighted to lift our investment in Shelby. Since the time of our initial investment in the business in 2018 we have been looking for an opportunity to increase our holding.” More >>
BNZ Cuts Home Loan Rates, Offers Market-Leading 18-Month Fixed Rate
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 7:27 am | BNZ
The changes follow BNZ’s announcement last week that it will cut its floating home loan rates by 25 basis points, following the Reserve Bank’s OCR reduction. More >>
Danny’s Desks & Chairs Supports Gold Coast Businesses With Fast, Flexible Office Furniture Solutions
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 7:07 am | Danny's Desks and Chairs
Their full range includes ergonomic chairs, desks, workstations, reception counters, and modular storage—available with streamlined logistics and optional assembly services. More >>
Kiss The Ring... Trade Negotiations Are Critical
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:50 pm | Kiwi Economics
Financial markets were incredibly volatile. Risk assets were dumped and refuge sought – but not in the traditional places. See our COTW for more on the market mayhem. More >>
Law Lacks Teeth To Rein In Companies That Greenwash - Consumer NZ Boss
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 5:56 pm | RNZ
He was reacting to an $8.8m fine for an Australian business over its claims about "ocean plastic". More >>
What Are NZ's Biggest Exports To The US?
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 5:45 pm | RNZ
From beef to wine to fruit and nuts, what's going to be hit hardest by tariffs? More >>
Vietnam 'A Real Star' For NZ Apples And Kiwifruit - So Which Are Next?
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 5:42 pm | RNZ
A new deal has offered hope for more products from New Zealand's horticulture sector to enter the lucrative market of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing economy. More >>
Emissions Reduction: Waste And Recycling Sector In A Class Of Its Own
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 5:19 pm | Waste and Recycling Industry Forum
To further reduce emissions, we’d like to see smaller, council-run landfills equipped with gas capture facilities. More >>
Food Price Inflation Trends Upward As Trade War Disruptions Loom
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 3:35 pm | Foodstuffs Limited
Foodstuffs NZ Managing Director Chris Quin says while annual FPI has been between 1-3% for the past six months, Stats latest result suggests an upward trend that’s occurring overseas too. More >>
Easter Sunday Is Not A Public Holiday - Give Retailers The Freedom To Open
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 1:07 pm | EMA
The EMA’s Head of Advocacy and Strategy, Alan McDonald, says the problem lies with the devolved powers given to local councils, who determine whether retailers stay open or not in their respective territories on Easter Sunday. More >>
Food Prices Increase 3.5 Percent Annually
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 11:27 am | Stats NZ
Higher prices for the grocery food group and the meat, poultry, and fish group contributed most to the annual increase in food prices, up 5.1 percent and 5.3 percent, respectively. More >>
Commuter Waka Updated With 2023 Census Data And New Features
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 11:25 am | Stats NZ
Commuter Waka gives a comprehensive view of commuter data, allowing us to see where people are travelling to and from for work and education, and how they choose to travel, 2023 Census spokesperson Kathy Connolly said. More >>
Danny’s Desks & Chairs Showcases Private Acoustic Booths To Support Focus In Shared Workspaces
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 11:07 am | Danny's Desks and Chairs
Constructed with high-quality soundproofing materials and designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic, the booth fits seamlessly into offices, co-working spaces, libraries, or educational settings. More >>
New Zealanders Are Still Finding It Tough Financially; Little Reprieve Expected In The Next 12 Months
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 10:27 am | Ipsos
Despite growing expectations that interest rates will fall (45%, a significant 21ppt increase from May 2024), the majority (52%) still believe that inflation will rise in the next 12 months. More >>
Seasonal Shift Brings Market Lift
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 10:14 am | REINZ
REINZ has released March figures, revealing promising trends in the national property market. Continuing the momentum from last month, year-on-year sales are rising across the country. More >>
Resido Awarded Impressive 9-Star Homestar Rating By NZGBC
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 9:17 am | Kiwi Property
Officially opened by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in June last year, Resido is redefining the rental experience with 295 thoughtfully designed modern apartments, exceptional on-site amenities, and a prime location adjacent to Sylvia Park. More >>
New Zealand Minerals Council Launched
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 9:09 am | New Zealand Minerals Council
New Zealand Minerals Council is the industry association representing New Zealand’s minerals and mining sector. More >>
Home Lending Up
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 9:04 am | NZBA
Of the 56,938 new home loans, 26.7% were issued to first time home buyers. The average value of a home loan for first home buyers was $493,000, up 4.4% from the previous six months. More >>
Number Of Kiwi Seeking New Job Opportunities Doubles
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:26 am | Trade Me Jobs
Supporting the survey findings, the number of job applications rose 8.0 per cent between January and March compared to the same time last year, and 3.7 per cent on the prior quarter. Nationwide there were an average of 34 applications per job listing. More >>
Xero Launches New Programme To Boost Small Business Financial Literacy
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 7:36 am | Xero
The ‘Know Your Numbers’ programme aims to empower small businesses with tools and support to help with their long-term success, especially considering the tough economic conditions many small businesses in Aotearoa New Zealand have faced over ... More >>
Airports Welcome Tourism Marketing Turbocharge
Monday, 14 April 2025, 6:22 pm | New Zealand Airports Association
“This announcement shows the Government’s commitment to growing inbound tourism and helping New Zealand regain its competitive edge,” says NZ Airports Association Chief Executive Billie Moore. More >>
Boost To International Marketing Welcomed By TIA
Monday, 14 April 2025, 4:11 pm | Tourism Industry Aotearoa
The increased funding will elevate our profile in key countries, and compliment the investments made by the wider tourism industry to market New Zealand internationally. To maximise the opportunity, Ms Ingram says that industry will be working with TNZ. More >>
Common Sense Changes Proposed For The Sale & Supply Of Alcohol Act With Two New Bills
Monday, 14 April 2025, 3:40 pm | NZABC
“Allowing restaurants, bars and supermarkets to sell or serve alcohol like any other day during Anzac Day morning, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day is a win for common sense”, said NZABC executive director Virginia Nicholls. More >>
‘Turbocharged’ Tourism Funding Boost Positive For Hospitality
Monday, 14 April 2025, 3:35 pm | Hospitality New Zealand
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has announced a $13.5 million investment for Tourism New Zealand to attract more international visitors from China, India, the United States, Germany, and South Korea. More >>
Is The Crypto Bull Run Over?
Monday, 14 April 2025, 2:51 pm | Easy Crypto
While it’s tempting to zoom in on Bitcoin as the bellwether for crypto sentiment, this is bigger than Bitcoin. US equities are down across the board. Meta, Amazon, you name it - it’s red out there and Bitcoin’s price drop is part of a broader ... More >>
Stories Past And Present Take Centre Stage In Latest NZ On Air Funding Round
Monday, 14 April 2025, 2:34 pm | NZ On Air
Twenty Non-fiction projects have been supported in this latest funding round, with just under $7.8m committed. More >>
Driver Licence Changes Will Benefit Road Transport Industry
Monday, 14 April 2025, 1:59 pm | la Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
Transporting New Zealand chief executive Dom Kalasih says that attracting more young drivers is critical for the future of the industry. More >>
New Zealand Wine Industry’s Report Shows Commitment To Sustainability
Monday, 14 April 2025, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Winegrowers
The report provides a compelling snapshot, highlighting empirical data collected from its members that are certified by Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) - encapsulating 98% of vineyard area, and around 90% of wine produced. More >>
New Zealanders Getting Better At Prioritising Their Health, But Costs Remain A Barrier
Monday, 14 April 2025, 1:22 pm | nib New Zealand
The research, carried out in February 2025 surveyed 1,010 Kiwi about their attitudes and behaviours towards health screenings, building on the last survey conducted in December 2023. More >>
Telecommunications Forum Warns Retailers About 3G Shutdown
Monday, 14 April 2025, 1:14 pm | NZ Telecommunications Forum - TCF
Devices that are sold new today may not be able to connect following the shutdown, and retailers have to ensure customers are fully aware of this when selling devices, says Telecommunications Forum CEO Paul Brislen. More >>
Ultimate Living Sees Rise In Demand For Statement Furniture In Auckland Homes
Monday, 14 April 2025, 1:12 pm | Ultimate Living
The Newmarket-based showroom specialises in premium European furniture and kitchen systems, importing products from leading Italian brands including Cattelan Italia, Lago, Nicoline, and Eforma. More >>
Parenting Place Partners With Anxiety NZ To Support Whānau With Anxious Kids
Monday, 14 April 2025, 1:06 pm | The Parenting Place
Sarah Woollard, CEO of Anxiety NZ says both organisations have a shared vision of seeing whānau and communities thrive, which includes having access to informed resources and practical tools. More >>
Easter Trading Laws: Your Rights And Responsibilities
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:51 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Employers must notify employees of this right in writing between 4 and 8 weeks before Easter Sunday. Failure to provide proper notice means employees cannot be compelled to work on that day. More >>
Westpac NZ Piloting Basic Bank Account To Improve Access To Banking
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:30 pm | Westpac
Westpac engaged closely with the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ), as well as in consultation with the banking industry, to develop the pilot. The bank will take referrals for the pilot from community groups, as well as through Westpac’s Extra ... More >>
Jason Gunn Becomes AIA NZ’s Newest AIA Vitality Ambassador
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:24 pm | AIA NZ
AIA Vitality is a science-backed health and wellbeing programme offered by AIA NZ that provides the guidance, tools and rewards to get more out of life and start thriving. More >>
International Travel: February 2025
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:22 pm | Stats NZ
Overseas visitor arrivals were 354,400 in February 2025, a decrease of 8,400 from February 2024. More >>
Electronic Card Transactions: March 2025
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:20 pm | Stats NZ
The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. More >>
