Havelock North boutique dairy company Origin Earth saved by last minute buyer
After 15 years, the business announced it was closing down in May.
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Author Archives: RNZ Business Headlines
New Zealand’s manufacturing slump continues, slowing economic recovery
Manufacturers are continuing to do it tough BNZ senior economist Doug Steel says.
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More people are learning to eat out on their own
Once an activity for the lonely or stood-up, dining solo is picking up in popularity in New Zealand.
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100 years of wealth, jobs and money
Got cash to splash?: RNZ’s 100 Years podcast looks at how Kiwis have made, lost, spent and burnt their money over the past century.
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Labour inspectorate says exploiting primary industries workers harms their brand
Australia have recently revealed widespread exploitation of primary industries workers, but New Zealand may be facing the same crisis.
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Watercare charges Auckland woman $800 bill due to faulty meter
The water provider has apologised via RNZ’s Checkpoint, while also revealing the number of known faulty meters has risen from 13,000 to 16,000.
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Santa’s sleigh and golden mannequins: Smith & Caughey’s auction off fixtures and stock
From golden mannequins to a wooden ice cream stand Smith & Caughey’s are auctioning off shop fittings and surplus stock.
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Rise of the underemployed: New Zealanders struggle to find full-time work
People are settling for any job to keep money coming in, says economist.
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New government ‘alliance’ formed to combat online scammers
The new task force consists of police, major banks, telcos and digital platforms, and will roll out early next year.
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Australian regulator not opposed to Lactalis buying Fonterra’s Mainland Group
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says it has not received contact from any other potential bidders.
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