2degrees launches 5G network
From today, 5G connectivity will be available to certain customers in central areas of Auckland and Wellington, as well as limited parts of Christchurch.
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Restaurant Brands’ net profit expands by about $21m
Fast food retailing group Restaurant Brands has seen an increase in net profit, despite the ongoing challenges on the hospitality sector from Covid-19.
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Genesis posts improved first-half profit
The strong result came from holding on to more of its customers, and attracting back customers with an offer of domestic gas supplies, chief executive Marc England says.
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T&G Global full year profit down 20 percent
The business faced significant challenges over the past year, with supply chain disruptions, missed sales opportunities, bad weather and labour shortages.
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Legal challenge over decision that AI machines cannot be granted patents
A legal challenge is being prepared to overturn the Intellectual Property Office’s decision not to recognise a machine as an inventor.
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Shortages, price increases, delays and company collapses: why NZ needs a more resilient construction industry
The pandemic has impacted all businesses, but NZ’s construction sector is reeling, and ongoing systemic problems are undermining it, four experts say.
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Annual Budget Focus: A waste service that works for everyone
Auckland Council’s Annual Budget 2022/23 is open for consultation from 28 February until 28 March. Visit akhaveyoursay to share your feedback.
The waste proposal is for a regionwide rates-funded rubbish collection service by June 2025 with a choice of…. Continue reading
Roadworks during peak trading season leave Shannon businesses stranded
Roadworks in Horowhenua are having a huge effect on businesses in Shannon, with some reporting drops in trade of up to 90 percent.
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A little love goes a long way to get rid of those weeds
Piha resident Dr Jill Poulston is systematically weeding in the bush near her home, supported by family, friends and a Love Your Neighbourhood grant from Waitākere Ranges Local Board.
The grant has helped buy equipment but it also showed Dr Poulston s… Continue reading
Don’t trash Auckland’s recycling
When people put non-recyclables into the kerbside bin, we all pay the cost. Sorting and landfilling things that can’t be recycled adds up to more than $1 million in fees each year that would be avoided if everyone recycled correctly.
Contaminated… Continue reading