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Groundbreaking Freshwater Rescue Plan launched
Sustainability

Groundbreaking Freshwater Rescue Plan launched

New Zealand’s rivers and lakes could see stricter protection, with campaigners urging the next government to curb irrigation subsidies and cow numbers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017
Iconic Ohtel sold to Village Accommodation Group
Mergers and Acquisitions

Iconic Ohtel sold to Village Accommodation Group

Bookings at Ohtel will continue normally as Village Accommodation Group takes over Wellington’s award-winning boutique hotel over coming months.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2017
Lives of rural New Zealanders at risk?
Agricultural Technology

Lives of rural New Zealanders at risk?

Poor connectivity and patchy health care are leaving 600,000 rural New Zealanders exposed, a health leader says.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Tue, 30th May 2017
Langham Auckland to get new name and new look
Customer Experience

Langham Auckland to get new name and new look

Guests at Auckland's Langham will face phased room works from July, as the 411-room hotel prepares a Cordis rebrand in November.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th May 2017
Economy riding growth wave but…
Productivity

Economy riding growth wave but…

Tourism and migration are propping up growth, but record household debt and weaker investment threaten New Zealand’s longer-term outlook.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 9th Apr 2017
Investors’ positive, but it’s a tale of two cities
Disaster Recovery

Investors’ positive, but it’s a tale of two cities

Wellington and Christchurch are diverging sharply after the quake, with confidence climbing in the capital while turning negative in the Garden City.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 26th Mar 2017
Growing demand pressures Auckland retail market
Scentre Group

Growing demand pressures Auckland retail market

A shortage of prime CBD space has pushed Auckland retail rents to record highs and kept conditions tight until new supply arrives.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2017
Magnet cities and the infrastructure conundrum
Auckland Council

Magnet cities and the infrastructure conundrum

Auckland’s rapid growth has left New Zealand grappling with housing shortages and overloaded transport, prompting calls for a rethink on planning.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2017
TranzAlpine service to resume
Disaster Recovery

TranzAlpine service to resume

Earlier-than-expected repairs will restore freight and tourist services on the Midland Line, boosting the West Coast economy after fire damage.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 6th Mar 2017
Tainui hotel set to soar at Auckland Airport
Auckland Airport

Tainui hotel set to soar at Auckland Airport

Travellers will get 250 more premium rooms as demand for airport accommodation drives a new Pullman hotel beside Auckland Airport’s terminal.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
UN declares war on ocean litter
Sustainability

UN declares war on ocean litter

The campaign targets plastic pollution blamed for $8 billion a year in marine damage and harm to wildlife, fisheries and tourism.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2017
Ninety per cent of rivers and lakes swimmable by 2040
LAWA

Ninety per cent of rivers and lakes swimmable by 2040

Nearly 10,000km more waterways will need upgrading as New Zealand seeks to lift swimmable rivers and lakes to 90 per cent by 2040.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2017
Opportunities abound in exciting year ahead
Property Market

Opportunities abound in exciting year ahead

Tighter bank funding and rising borrowing costs could curb deals and pressure prices in New Zealand's commercial property market this year.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2017
KiwiRail delivers results despite earthquake
Disaster Recovery

KiwiRail delivers results despite earthquake

The State-Owned Enterprise posted an underlying operating surplus of USD $23 million, even as the Kaikoura earthquake cut revenue and hit freight.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 26th Feb 2017
Legendary Hawke’s Bay venue on the market
Tourism

Legendary Hawke’s Bay venue on the market

Potential for apartments or offices could lift the value of Napier’s art deco landmark, which is going to auction after 105 years.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Feb 2017
Instagram loves New Zealand: Our most Instragrammed spots in 2016
Instagram

Instagram loves New Zealand: Our most Instragrammed spots in 2016

The top 10 most Instagrammed spots in New Zealand have been revealed, showcasing the country's stunning landscapes and photography skills.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Dec 2016
Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis
Unified Communications

Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis

New Zealand telco Spark welcomes the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative to improve internet speeds in rural areas.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016
We are not alone: NZ's tech industry now transcends local borders
Unified Communications

We are not alone: NZ's tech industry now transcends local borders

Size and location doesn't matter in the tech industry any more. New Zealand's innovation and expertise matches global levels.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jun 2016