Riley Kennedy

Mosgiel retirement village’s growth mirrors industry

Celebrating Chatsford Retirement Village’s 30th birthday are marketing and sales manager Dawn...

Mosgiel retirement village’s growth mirrors industry

After opening with three townhouses in September 1991, Chatsford Retirement Village has grown to become a mini town in the heart of Mosgiel, as Riley Kennedy reports.

Time ticking for South D watchmaker and jeweller

Dunedin jeweller and watchmaker Robert McAuliffe outside his shop, which will close at the end of...

Time ticking for South D watchmaker and jeweller

Robert McAuliffe is calling time on a 48-year career as a jeweller and watchmaker in South Dunedin.

Group’s new name chosen but yet to be announced

Group’s new name chosen but yet to be announced

The new name of the South’s merged business support group has been chosen but will not be revealed until next month.

Lifting the lid on waste

Connections Education Development Trust programme manager Kay Murray has thought of a way to...

Lifting the lid on waste

A Dunedin trust supporting disabled people is trying raise $19,000 to build a machine to reduce plastic waste and create employment.

Stoves bound for Syria to help in crisis

A Syrian family receive an assembled Fire for Life stove from the ReliefAid team in Syria. PHOTO:...

Stoves bound for Syria to help in crisis

Kitset fireplace stoves manufactured in Dunedin are being sent to war-torn Syria to provide cooking facilities for those in need.

35% of Otago jobs subsidy supported

Molloy's bar staff are also turning away dozens of tourists who have been in the country for less...

35% of Otago jobs subsidy supported

More than a third of all jobs in Otago were supported by the wage subsidy scheme in Alert Level 4, latest figures reveal.

Rocket man's meteoric rise

Rocket Lab founder Peter Beck, surrounded by some his rockets in 2018. PHOTO: THE NEW ZEALAND HERALD

Soaring from Southland to the stars

Peter Beck’s love for creating stuff was always going to see him fly off into the galaxy of success. Business reporter Riley Kennedy looks back to his southern launchpad to the world.

Publicans back pouring pints

Golden Fleece Hotel and Motel co-owner Rose Cayford pours one of the first drinks after the...

Publicans back pouring pints

The Golden Fleece Hotel and Motel in Waikouaiti is well and truly open for business and ready to serve customers during Alert Level 2.

Receivership concluded for Central Otago vineyard

Recent hot conditions have resulted in a huge amount of early growth for Central Otago vineyards.

Receivership concluded for Central Otago vineyard

The receivership of a Central Otago vineyard has wrapped up after its debts were settled.

‘Uncertainty’ around house price changes

‘Uncertainty’ around house price changes

Queenstown's property market is subject to a ‘‘great deal of uncertainty’’, the latest QV house price index says.

Warning not to lock in home build prices

The majority of consents for new houses in the Waimakariri district last year were in the Woodend...

Warning not to lock in home build prices

Builders are being warned against offering fixed prices for new home builds as Covid-19 causes prices to escalate and shortages of critical materials.

Almost $50m of subsidy for the South

Almost $50m of subsidy for the South

Otago and Southland employers claimed about $48million from the wage subsidy scheme in the first week of lockdown, new figures show.

Responding to challenges and growing too

New Zealand’s most southern port company, South Port, has had its fair share of challenges and...

Responding to challenges and growing too

A Covid-infected ship’s crew, global shipping delays, capital expenditure programmes and a record net profit - it's been a year of challenges and highlights for South Port.

Creative cafe owners come up with a way to aid artists

ADJO cafe owners Caitlin Holloway and Jonas Jessen Hansen, with Ashley Heydon making coffee, are...

Creative cafe owners come up with a way to aid artists

A North East Valley cafe has found a way to diversify during the latest lockdown. Not only is it providing its owners with another source of income, it is also supporting local artists.

Taxi company forced to close

Southern City Taxis’ yard in Dunedin sits empty yesterday after liquidators closed the company...

Taxi company forced to close

A Dunedin taxi company had to close it doors following several unsuccessful attempts to sell it as a going concern, a first report from liquidators says.

Scott Tech sells Wellington superconducting business

Scott Tech sells Wellington superconducting business

Dunedin firm Scott Technology has sold its Wellington high-temperature superconducting business.

NZRL posts $15m profit

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NZRL posts $15m profit

The NZX-listed land company which owns 16 lower South Island dairy farms has posted a $15.115million net profit after tax.

Property still in demand, agents say

People being at home on devices could be responsible for a surge in interest in Otago property...

Property still in demand, agents say

Lockdown has prompted a lot of inquiries in the Otago property market, real estate agents say.

Pacific Edge aims to list on ASX

Pacific Edge aims to list on ASX

Dunedin cancer diagnostic company Pacific Edge Ltd has set its sights on a dual listing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).

Pacific Edge to list on Australian exchange

Dunedin cancer diagnostic company Pacific Edge Ltd has signalled its intention to list on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).

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