FMA urges vigilance after investor loses $700,000 in overseas scam
An Aucklander’s massive loss in a scam has prompted a warning from the financial regulator, which is urging people to look for red flags.
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Recycling trial launched in Ōtara and Manurewa
A trial designed to reduce the amount of contamination going into recycling bins is set to begin after being delayed by COVID-19 restrictions.
That means there’s going to be a lot of trash talk in Ōtara and Manurewa in the next few months.
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Pump Track hits Pukekohe
The pump track, a free-to-use racetrack for kids that tours Auckland, has been installed in Pukekohe.
A popular way for people of all ages to ride bikes, scooters and skateboards, it has been built in Hall Street in the town centre.
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Auckland Council approves updates to three bylaws
One bylaw replacement and amendments to two other bylaws have been approved by Auckland Council’s Governing Body.
The new Public Trading, Events and Filming Bylaw 2022 will come into effect on 26 February 2022, while the amended Animal Management Bylaw… Continue reading
Foodstuffs North Island says some Commerce Commission proposals unjustified
Foodstuffs North Island says a number of recommendations proposed by the Commerce Commission to improve competition in the retail grocery sector are not justified.
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Franchise businesses see growth despite pandemic
Franchise businesses have seen large growth in annual turnover despite a constrained operating environment associated with the ongoing pandemic.
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Cryptocurrency providers at high risk of financial crime – FMA
The Financial Markets Authority has found that cryptocurrency service providers face a high risk of being targeted by money launderers and terrorism financiers.
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Air New Zealand outlines path to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050
Sustainable aviation fuel is expected to play a big role in Air New Zealand’s decarbonisation plans, as it targets net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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Missed debt repayments increased by 8 percent in November
More people are falling behind on personal debt repayments at the same time as demand for retail finance increases.
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Steadily-rising interest rates on the way, RBNZ officials say
Inflation is set to stay high for some time forcing the Reserve Bank to combat it with steadily rising interest rates, according to two of the central bank’s most senior officials.
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