Bird flu will be a tough blow to affected farmers and potentially their region, but so far does not look to be a significant threat to the wider NZ economy.
He has presented at more than 100 events, welcomed more than 12,000 visitors to his all-electric orchard near Cromwell and made close to 100 media appearances — and that is just this year.
Business South — the business advocacy body for Otago and Southland — has posted a $7800 surplus for the financial year, which was well down from the previous year’s $33,000 result.
Business insolvencies are running at more than double the rate of last year, and one economist says the failure rate exceeds that of the global financial crisis.
Entering the United States market is the cherry on top for a North Otago farming family who diversified their traditional farming operation to include dog treats.
A nationwide solar power company that was founded in Christchurch has been put into liquidation, leaving some customers worried about the contracts they have signed with the business.
Banning new off-licences in Dunedin's student quarter may not be enough to combat the "mountain of alcohol-related harm" the city faces, councillors have heard.