Waiheke marina opponents fail in Supreme Court challenge: construction continues

Opponents of Waiheke's first marina development have failed in the Supreme Court, confirming the project's legality and allowing work to continue as planned.A spokesperson for the new 186-berth Kennedy Point Marina said the court... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 27th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Controversial irrigation scheme 'will hold farmers to account'

By Adam Burns, Local Democracy Reporter The boss of a water co-operative in Mid-Canterbury believes the onus is on its farmers after a controversial irrigation scheme renewal was given the go-ahead.Replacement consent for the... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 27th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Football: Arsenal 'Invincibles' join Spotify founder Daniel Ek in mammoth takeover bid

Three of Arsenal's most famous Invincibles have joined Spotify's billionaire founder in a £1.8 billion (NZ$3.46b) bid to buy the club from Stan Kroenke and have received the backing of supporter groups and high-profile fans.As ... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 26th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Ani Leef's modern twist on traditional kai – a booming Northland business

By Whatitiri Te Wake of Te Ao Maori News Ani Leef has created a name for herself in the catering industry of the Far North - from corporate events to tangihanga in a lifelong dream come true for the mother of two.Leef always knew... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 26th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Covid 19 coronavirus: New businesses need pandemic support, says Wellington coffee business

By RNZ . A new entrepreneur struggling to get traction for his coffee business during the pandemic says those taking a risk on new ventures need extra support from the Government.Wairarapa-based business Bean Merchant uses a... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 26th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Finance Minister Grant Robertson on why he needs more powers to restrict bank lending

Greater powers for the Finance Minister to restrict lending could reduce confidence in the Reserve Bank, blur lines of accountability, and lead to inconsistent decision-making, Grant Robertson concedes.But he says it is justifiable... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 26th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Why strict border control remains crucial if we want to keep the travel bubble safe

COMMENT: With the opening of a quarantine-free travel corridor between New Zealand and Australia, it's easy to forget Covid-19 is still spreading globally, faster than ever, with more than three million deaths recorded worldwide.... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 26th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Transtasman travel bubble: Entrepreneur calls for Government to reassure nervous Australian travellers

The owner of Aroha New Zealand Tours says the Perth lockdown has created an unnecessary bout of nervousness for transtasman travel.Veronika Vermeulen says any reluctance to travel to New Zealand will cost local operators and the... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 26th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Tesla CEO Elon Musk adding SNL hosting job to his to-do list

Technology mogul Elon Musk has a lined up a new gig in addition to his jobs as CEO of electric car maker Tesla and spaceship maker SpaceX. He is going to host the iconic TV show "Saturday Night Live."Musk's scheduled May 8 appearance... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 25th, 2021|Business|0 Comments

Rise of the tradies: Record numbers sign up as apprentices

More school leavers are training to become builders, electricians and plumbers: apprenticeships in traditional trades have nearly doubled in the past year.Data from the Ministry of Education shows the number of new apprentices... Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | April 25th, 2021|Business|0 Comments