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Director-General of Health Diana Sarfati steps down

New Zealand’s health sector faces another major shake-up with the resignation of Director-General of Health Dr Diana Sarfati. Her departure,...

By Liam Foster | 14 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands to New Zealand with $75 million investment

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world's largest jewellery retailers, has announced its expansion into New Zealand with a...

By Liam Foster | 14 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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Government moves to break supermarket duopoly and boost competition

The government has renewed its push to increase competition in the country’s grocery sector, with Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis...

By Liam Foster | 14 Feb 2025 | 4 min read
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Empire Cinema and Eatery is up for sale

Wellington's Empire Cinema and Eatery is now on the market for the first time in 12 years. In a recent Facebook...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 14 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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DeepSeek AI chatbot fails security tests

Recent assessments of DeepSeek's AI chatbot have revealed vulnerabilities in its safety mechanisms. Researchers from Cisco and the University of...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 14 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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Controversy grows over Gene Technology Bill

As the deadline for public submissions approaches on February 17, the Gene Technology Bill 2024 is facing mounting opposition from...

By Liam Foster | 14 Feb 2025 | 6 min read
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Kinleith mill’s paper production to cease, jobs lost

Kinleith Mill in Tokoroa is set to close paper production, and approximately 230 employees will lose their jobs. Kinleith Mill...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 14 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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Gloomy job market? In-demand positions still offer competitive salaries

The unemployment rate had risen to 5.1% in the last quarter of 2024. Despite the tight job market, there are...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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Treasury announces $5.5 billion bond issuance

The New Zealand Treasury has successfully raised NZ$5.5 billion through a syndicated tap of its 15 May 2035 nominal government...

By Liam Foster | 13 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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NZ focuses on infrastructure at March investment summit

Photo Source: Daniel Wells New Zealand is hosting an exclusive foreign investment summit in Auckland on 13-14 March 2024, as the...

By Nicole Valdez | 13 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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New Zealand power prices set to remain high this year

New Zealand's electricity prices are expected to stay elevated throughout 2025. The wholesale electricity market has experienced a sharp increase, with...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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New Zealand’s 2025 economic outlook: Westpac forecasts 2.5% GDP growth

New Zealand’s economy is set for a stronger year in 2025, with Westpac projecting a 2.5% GDP growth rate, followed...

By Liam Foster | 13 Feb 2025 | 4 min read
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Trump’s steel and aluminium tariffs and what they mean for New Zealand

New Zealand’s steel and aluminium exporters are facing new trade hurdles as U.S. President Donald Trump reintroduces sweeping tariffs on...

By Liam Foster | 13 Feb 2025 | 4 min read
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France’s €109 billion AI investment

Paris, France – French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a historic €109 billion (NZD $200 billion) artificial intelligence (AI) investment...

By Liam Foster | 13 Feb 2025 | 3 min read
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Apple expands health capabilities with Powerbeats Pro 2

Apple has launched the Powerbeats Pro 2, a significant upgrade to its popular earbuds line, retaining the iconic ear hook...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 12 Feb 2025 | 2 min read
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It’s a ‘No’ for Wānaka McDonald’s

Independent commissioners have declined the application to build Wānaka’s first McDonald’s restaurant.  “We consider that the adverse effects on the environment...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 12 Feb 2025 | 2 min read