Northland corridor toll proposal: Businesses fear higher freight costs
The northern toll point would charge $1.50, and the southern toll point $3 for light vehicles, totalling $4.50.…
As debt-servicing costs head to $2500 per Kiwi, a top Treasury official suggests spending less, taxing more and selling assets
“Smaller developed nations like Finland and Ireland seem more comparable but are in the Eurozone so have the…
Rotorua pensioners get extra time as housing rent increase postponed until June
The shift from council management was also intended to give tenants access to government housing assistance that was…
Air New Zealand cuts Hawke’s Bay flights as jet fuel costs surge
The spokesperson said the affected flights represent 5% of its total schedule, with 44,000 passengers impacted out of…
Iran war fuel price shock hits Waikato farmers as harvest season costs surge
A huge fuel tank greets you at the top of the driveway of John Austin’s Te Awamutu contracting…
Beef mince and steak prices surge as annual food costs climb 4.5%
The average price for a beef porterhouse/sirloin steak was $44.71 per kilogram (previously $36.80), up 21.5% annually. Stats…
State liaison working to lower health care costs at UVM Medical Center
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – The University of Vermont Medical Center is spending up to $15 million to improve…
Whanganui public transport: Horizons sticks with current bus size for new service
“A Toyota HiAce is a great vehicle for your family, band or church group, but you are sitting…
Auckland Transport to compensate 71yo passenger who broke back in public bus
She said the driver stopped the bus and checked on her but offered no apology, while another passenger…
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council announces restructure to reduce costs
“We have taken steps to reduce costs and improve efficiency, but further change is now necessary to ensure…
Air New Zealand forecast to lose $125m this financial year as costs surge, analyst warns
Air New Zealand last week said costs from engine issues were a drag on near-term earnings. Hewitt said…
What Big Pharma Won’t Tell You: The Ancient Natural Remedy People Swear By — and It Costs Almost Nothing
Claims that “Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know” about a powerful, nearly free natural remedy circulate widely…