New RNZ-Reid Research poll brings boost for NZ First, Labour
Labour remained out in front on 35%, up 0.7 points since September, while National slipped to 31.9%, down…
NZ’s most embarrassing tech disasters, Part 4
But it would be all downhill from there. Despite some promising, YouTube-friendly test flights, the startup never managed…
Tax incentives have worked to boost R&D spend – Motu study
The total additional R&D expenditure generated by the RDTI was $1.83 billion. The additional R&D stimulated by the…
US strikes deal with Taiwan to cut tariffs, boost chip investment
“These results underscore that the progress achieved so far has been hard-won,” Cho said. Taiwan’s dominance of the…
Auckland hotels near capacity as Jehovah’s Witness convention opens
Hotel Council Aotearoa’s strategic director, James Doolan, was also optimistic about the impact of the event and told…
Gut health foods: Simple swaps to boost fibre and fix your microbiome
Processed foods tend to have less fibre – soluble, insoluble, or starch-resistant – than whole foods. These types…
Chalamet boosts Oscar bid with Critics Choice Awards win for Marty Supreme
“Josh, you made a story about a flawed man with a relatable dream,” said Chalamet. “And you didn’t…
AI traps and drones boost fight to protect kiwi from predators in Whangārei
Between 2008 and early 2025, 17 kiwi were found dead or seriously injured in traps laid by the…
Trio of private jets at Hawke’s Bay Airport an ‘incredible’ boost for region as high-flying family visit
“We’re now seeing huge interest out of Asia for a holiday in Hawke’s Bay for high-net-worth individuals. “These…
Funding boost to help wipe out last possums from Mahia Peninsula
Once possums have been removed, a detection network will be installed to identify any possums that return to…
Even a 15-minute walk may help boost your longevity
The study builds on earlier research, including from Stamatakis’ lab, exploring how to intensify the health benefits of…
NZ sharemarket rallies on index changes, confidence survey – Market close
The bank raised its policy rate by 0.25 percentage points to around 0.75%. Salt Funds managing director Matt…