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menstrualpads

Auckland University offers free pads to students, funded by advertisers

Auckland University is addressing period poverty through a new initiative providing free biodegradable menstrual pads to students. This partnership with...

By Nicole Valdez | 13 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
manufacturing sector shows modest improvement, yet remains firmly in contraction

Manufacturing sector shows modest improvement, yet remains firmly in contraction

The BNZ-Business New Zealand Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) saw a modest increase of 1.4 points in August, reaching a...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
cyber security

Cybersecurity vulnerabilities leave New Zealand’s small businesses exposed to increasing threats

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in New Zealand are underestimating their vulnerability to cyberattacks, even as they become primary targets...

By Liam Foster | 13 Sep 2024 | 5 min read
the rise of rod duke and briscoe group

The rise of Rod Duke and Briscoe Group

The Briscoe Group has a storied history that began in 1862 when it opened its first store in Dunedin, New...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
new kiwi transport system aims to ease urban congestion

New Kiwi transport system aims to ease urban congestion

Photo source: Whoosh A groundbreaking transportation concept from a Christchurch-based company, Whoosh, aims to ease urban traffic congestion with its innovative...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Sep 2024 | 4 min read
innovative startup tackles blood shortages with lab grown solutions

Innovative startup tackles blood shortages with lab-grown solutions

Blood shortages can have severe implications for patients, forcing medical professionals to make difficult choices regarding who requires transfusions most...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Sep 2024 | 4 min read
scholarship

Scholarships forge connections between New Zealand and Malaysia

As globalisation reshapes educational landscapes, scholarships are emerging as crucial conduits connecting New Zealand and Malaysia. The relationship between these...

By Nicole Valdez | 12 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
storm

Gabrielle’s legacy: New Zealand’s costliest cyclone sets future storm standards

Cyclone Gabrielle, which struck New Zealand in February 2023, has left a significant legacy, being recognised as the country's costliest...

By Nicole Valdez | 12 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
proposed bridge

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown proposes new harbour bridge, rejects tunnel plans

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has made headlines by proposing an alternative to the government's $56 billion Waitematā Harbour tunnel plan,...

By Nicole Valdez | 12 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
This Dairy Company Introduces Dual-Fuel Tanker To Reduce Transport CO2 Emissions

This dairy company introduces dual-fuel tanker to reduce transport CO2 emissions

Taupo-based dairy company Miraka continues to push the boundaries of environmental stewardship and sustainability by introducing its green hydrogen dual-fuel...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Sep 2024 | 1 min read
trump vs harris debate

Trump vs Harris: Post-debate insights on U.S. trade policy and the implications for New Zealand

Image source: CNBC Saul Loeb | AFP | Getty Images Following the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris,...

By Liam Foster | 12 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
acc proposes levy increases to address rising injury costs

ACC proposes levy increase to address rising injury costs

The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) is proposing significant increases to its levies, with a rise of over 7% for motorists...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
winstone pulp closures confirmed

Winstone Pulp closures confirmed

Winstone Pulp International has confirmed the closure of its two sites—the Tangiwai Sawmill and Karioi Pulpmill—resulting in the loss of...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
google introduces ai generated podcasts in notebooklm

Google introduces AI-generated podcasts in NotebookLM

Photo source: Google Google has just introduced an innovative feature in its NotebookLM application that allows users to create AI-generated podcasts...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 12 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
briscoe group reports over 22% drop in net profit amid record sales

Briscoe Group reports record sales despite net profit decline

Briscoe Group, a retailer specialising in homewares and outdoor equipment, reported an after-tax profit of $33.21 million for the six-month...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
govgpt launch promises easier access to government services

GovGPT launch promises easier access to government services

Photo source: IT Professionals NZ Business professionals looking for information from government agencies may soon have fewer interactions with human officials,...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 11 Sep 2024 | 3 min read