Second Clan Construction director declared bankrupt
Second Clan Construction director declared bankrupt
The second director of collapsed Dunedin building firm Clan Construction has been adjudicated bankrupt.
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Student traders prove worth in global challenge
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Student traders prove worth in global challenge
A profit of more than $US100,000 ($NZ177,000) is no easy feat, and would have made a great payday for three Dunedin students.
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Not funding chambers, councils say
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Not funding chambers, councils say
It may look like southern councils are providing significant money to chambers of commerce, but the reality is different, they say.
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End of an era as Ravensdown plant closes
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End of an era as Ravensdown plant closes
A controversial Dunedin fertiliser plant has officially ended manufacturing after more than 90 years.
'My entire year's wages': Mum's $47k debt for Working for Families
'My entire year's wages': Mum's $47k debt for Working for Families
Another parent handed a tax bill after incorrectly recording her relationship status for Working for Families says she's been told she now owes $47,000.
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AI-linked technology secures big contracts
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AI-linked technology secures big contracts
Mixing artificial intelligence with meatworks has powered a Dunedin automation and robotics company to a multimillion-dollar contract with Australia’s largest meat processor.
Billions pledged for green aluminium push
Billions pledged for green aluminium push
Australia's Labor government has pledged billions in production credits to help support the country's four aluminium smelters switch to renewable power before 2036.
Wellington business owners hopeful the worst is over
Wellington business owners hopeful the worst is over
After a "gruelling year" for many businesses in the capital, owners who have survived till 2025 are hopeful the worst is behind them.
Another major bank cuts mortgage rates
Another major bank cuts mortgage rates
ASB is the latest major lender to cut its mortgage rates as banks respond to falling short-term wholesale interest rates.
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Businesses awaiting improvement: leader
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Businesses awaiting improvement: leader
Business confidence in the South may be on the rise but companies are still cutting costs and waiting to see an improvement on the books, a southern business leader says.
Butter, olive oil drive grocery price rises
Butter, olive oil drive grocery price rises
Food prices rose an annual 1.5 percent in December with higher prices for grocery food and restaurant meals, as well as ready-to-eat food.
Support for start-ups to experiment
Support for start-ups to experiment
What would the job ad for a start-up employee look like?
Not just about long life, but a quality one too
Not just about long life, but a quality one too
Did your New Year’s resolution include shedding a few unwanted pounds? Maybe attempting to commit to regular exercise?
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New cradle upgrade to make waves in Carey’s Bay boatyard
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New cradle upgrade to make waves in Carey’s Bay boatyard
Bigger boats are expected to come to Carey’s Bay after a local boatyard seized a "pretty rare opportunity" to upgrade its equipment.
When will borrowers see value in long-term rates again?
When will borrowers see value in long-term rates again?
Households are set to make big calls about their mortgages this year, as they weigh up their options amid falling interest rates.
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New director looking forward to role
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New director looking forward to role
With just over a month left until the start of Otago Polytechnic’s year, the new director for the Central campus is looking forward to his new role.
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Business booming for tourism operators
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Business booming for tourism operators
Despite the cost-of-living crisis, Southland tourism operators are enjoying a booming summer season.
Air New Zealand named world's safest airline
Air New Zealand named world's safest airline
When taking a trip you can't guarantee things won't go wrong, but you can choose an airline brand you trust, and a New Zealand brand has proven to be a safe bet.
Pacific Edge share price halves after decision
Pacific Edge share price halves after decision
A Dunedin-based cancer diagnostics company’s share price halved after a decision by a United States healthcare provider to revoke coverage for its flagship product.
More pain at the pump on the way
Low dollar means more pain at the pump
The New Zealand dollar is trading at a nearly two-year low - meaning New Zealanders can expect more pain at the petrol pump.