75 working groups to advise Govt
75 working groups to advise Govt
The Government's tally of inquiries, reference and working groups has soared to 75 since it was elected in September last year.
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Chamber not so chilly for Robertson this time around
Chamber not so chilly for Robertson this time around
Finance Minister Grant Robertson received a much warmer welcome at the Dunedin Club yesterday than he did 25 years ago as president of the Otago University Students’ Union.
Efforts to ensure fans get fibre
Efforts to ensure fans get fibre
Infrastructure company Chorus says it will be working ''very closely'' with Spark to ensure those wanting fibre, where available, will get it.
RB likely to feel smug over data release: BNZ economist
RB likely to feel smug over data release: BNZ economist
The Reserve Bank is likely to feel smug when the consumer price index inflation data is released tomorrow, BNZ senior markets economist Stephen Toplis says.
South's PMI result strong again in March
South's PMI result strong again in March
Increased tourism numbers, including those visiting Dunedin for the three Ed Sheeran concerts, helped keep Otago-Southland at the top of the BNZ-BusinessNZ Performance in Manufacturing Index in March.
Restaurant Brands lifts dividend
Restaurant Brands lifts dividend
Restaurant Brands shareholders were rewarded with a significantly increased dividend after the fast food company delivered higher sales and profit for the year ended February 26.
2019 RWC could change way people view sport: Timms
2019 RWC could change way people view sport: Timms
Rugby World Cup 2019 could change the way people think about viewing sports events in which they were interested, Craigs Investment Partners broker Chris Timms said yesterday.
Australian fund adds to Fletcher stake
Australian fund adds to Fletcher stake
Investors are taking a wait-and-see approach as Fletcher Building shares rise as an Australian investment fund continues to build its stake in the New Zealand company
Two new projects will determine SkyCity’s future fortunes
Two new projects will determine SkyCity’s future fortunes
Listed casino operator SkyCity reinforced it was playing a long game when it recently held its investor day.
Positives for Sky despite loss of Rugby World Cup
Positives for Sky despite loss of Rugby World Cup
Sky Network Television's loss of preferred bidder status for the Rugby World Cup 2019 broadcasting rights in New Zealand is not all bad news, Australian analyst Brian Han says.
Trade tension to keep hurting NZ dollar
Growing trade tension to keep hurting NZ dollar
Worry about escalating trade tensions would likely continue to hurt the New Zealand dollar this week, ASB chief economist Nick Tuffley said yesterday.
Lamb prices buck trend
Lamb prices buck trend
Lamb prices were again the star for March, ASB senior rural economist Nathan Penny said.
Investors looking to reduce risk
Investors looking to reduce risk
Market sentiment has turned decidedly negative despite current global economic growth fundamentals being the strongest this century.
Staff important for future growth, Briscoe says
Staff important for future growth, Briscoe says
Briscoe remains focused on developing and supporting its staff and is aware of the importance staff members played in the future growth of the business, an analyst says.
Will houses be affordable?
Will houses be affordable?
Housing Minister Phil Twyford has been in the headlines lately about his plan to build thousands of houses in New Zealand. Not all commentators believe his plans are possible. Business editor Dene Mackenzie reports.
Targeted list may help regional skills
Targeted list may help regional skills
Provincial New Zealand is still crying out for more skilled workers, despite recently strong migration levels, Infometrics economist Paul Barkle says.
Employment confidence strong
Employment confidence strong
Southland and Otago are first and third respectively on the Westpac McDermott Miller Regional Employment Confidence index, both showing strong growth in the three months ended March.
Govt's free- to-air policy questioned
Govt's free- to-air policy questioned
The Government is being questioned about whether any extra money is being made available for free-to-air sport now Sky Television was not the preferred bidder for the New Zealand broadcasting...
Call for Govt to aid regional economy
Call for Govt to aid regional economy
Otago Chamber of Commerce chief executive Dougal McGowan has hit out at Regional Development Minister Shane Jones, saying he could easily help lift Otago's economic confidence.
Be heard on employment Bill - EMA
Be heard on employment Bill - EMA
Businesses are being urged to make submissions on the Government's Employment Relations Bill this week before they close on Friday.