Why our biggest power companies should be broken up (and why they shouldn’t) – Power to the People, part 4
Market reform is seen by some as the only real way to see power prices come down. Source: NZ Herald Business News
How smart tech can solve NZ’s energy challenges – Neil Williams
New technology could save households $300 million annually on power bills. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Business confidence lifts in July, but going still tough
Construction and retail reported a significant renewed slump. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Synlait Milk and Mainfreight take hit, pulling NZ sharemarket down – Market close
Synlait Milk has revealed manufacturing issues at its Dunsandel plant. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Shane Jones unveils plan to double geothermal energy by 2040
The Government has allocated $60 million to fund research into the resource. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Media Insider: Netball TV rights – Sky walks away, Netball NZ forced to pay production costs in new TVNZ deal
Email reveals Netball NZ is having to dip into its cash reserves to stay on television. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Tenants win $1577 compensation after tiny home tips in storm
The home lacked building consent and there was no written agreement with the tenants. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Bank-hopping among mortgage holders hits record high as loan terms remain short
Broker warns borrowers often realise the grass isn't always greener on the other side. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Top power company moves to stop disconnecting customers in hardship – Power to the People, part 3
As protests grow, one major power company has virtually stopped disconnecting customers. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Wētā Workshop’s first video game Tales of the Shire launches amid mixed reviews
The game focuses on hobbit life, offering farming, fishing and foraging. Source: NZ Herald Business News