Rural business group PGG Wrightson more than triples its full year profit
The rebound in export prices, improved farmer confidence and spending drove an improvement in PGG Wrightson sales and profits.
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104 community gardens and other innovation help communities grow their own food
The kai resilience movement in Tāmaki Makaurau is gathering momentum, with compassion for vulnerable people and a shared drive for greater food equity motivating the communities at its heart.
The Community Innovation Team of quiet achievers within… Continue reading
Government subsidies to replace gas heaters with heat pumps could save $1.5b, NZGBC says
A subsidy scheme for homeowners to replace gas and inefficient heaters with heat pumps would save the country $1.5 billion a year, the Green Building Council says.
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Controversial West Coast Te Kuha Mine project has fast-track application declined
The Te Kuha project has raised environmental concerns and had already been rejected multiple times by the courts.
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How much money do you need to be happy?
Probably less than you think, a new study has found.
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Industrial gas users hobbled by falling supply, rising prices
Businesses relying on gas for manufacturing and processing are facing crisis with jobs, services and their future on the line, according to a survey.
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Renovation tips to save money and reduce waste
Renovating your house can generate a lot of waste, in fact, at least 30 per cent of landfill is made up of construction and demolition waste, but with some careful planning you can reduce waste and save money. Here are our top tips for minimising waste… Continue reading
One in five businesses reporting losses
Economists say the situation may become worse before it improves.
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Economy to pick up despite high inflation, experts predict
Economists from Westpac Bank are also predicting the Reserve Bank is close to ending interest rate cuts.
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ANZ cuts home loan rate, predictions others will follow
The country’s biggest bank said it would cut its one-year fixed rate special by 16 basis points to 4.79 percent.
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