Simon Mutonhori ordered to pay $33,000 court costs in dispute with Wairoa District Council
But his unsuccessful legal action, described by a judge as “over-long and complicated” and reliant on “irrelevant pleadings…
The real numbers on rentals: low growth, weak cashflow, modest returns
What rising costs and weak growth mean for rental investors. If you want real returns that compound over…
Oceania Healthcare selling 11 rest homes for $75m, laid off 23 head office staff
She would not name any properties, indicating the company did not want to upset residents or staff. Oceania…
Funeral costs: One in five funerals at Tauranga business conducted with no service or ceremony
Keith told the Bay of Plenty Times an unattended cremation – one without a ceremony – was the…
US retail sales slow as tariffs and costs hit consumer confidence
This rise was driven by a 0.9% jump in goods prices, highlighting the steeper costs that businesses face.…
Kevin Spacey says misconduct legal costs left him homeless as he plans Hollywood return
Spacey was ousted from Hollywood circles amid the #MeToo movement, when actor Anthony Rapp first publicly accused him…
Officials warn of higher petrol costs from emissions standard change
National supported the principle of the clean car standard, but disagreed with the way the standard was set.…
New Zealand citizenship fees to increase to meet rising costs
“Updating fees is essential to maintain high-quality services and meet rising costs,” said Adrian Jarvis, general manager services…
Rising costs sees price of fish and chips increase
“I think it’s the cost of getting things done these days, and in the industry there’s always these…
Mainfreight profit drops 18.5% as higher costs hit first-half
“Much will depend on the response to the moderately positive outlook comments and how they square with what…
Fritter Festival paused for 2026 as costs rise and ticket sales fall
Food, wine and beer are staples of Northland’s Fritter Festival. Photo / NZME Northland Events Centre Trust chief…
Rising grocery costs force Northlanders to cut back on basics
Hura, who works full-time as a cook at the Railway Station Cafe in Kawakawa, uses less butter these…