Fuel security row: Shane Jones hits out at WorkSafe over tank upgrade rules
Jones applauded the round-the-clock refurbishment by Northland’s qualified contractors and a crew from Taranaki, who completed the refurbishment…
Court of Appeal upholds $500k award in Auckland leaky home case
The plaintiff, Angelina Vanifatova, purchased the Selwyn St property after making “extensive inquiries” about the state of the…
Vietnam inflation rises to 2020 high; trade deficit widens on fuel costs
Inflation Imports outpace exports as energy prices weigh on economy Motorcyclists line up at a gasoline station in…
NZ dairy farmers enjoy strong balance sheets but costs are mounting – DairyNZ
“Looking ahead to 2026-27, it is the rate of increase of expenses that is of most concern,” he…
Hannah McQueen: How retired homeowners can unlock property equity without selling up
On paper, many look wealthy, living in mortgage-free homes worth seven figures. In reality, they’re trying to keep…
Rural students missing out on sport and activities as fuel prices rise
Hockley said increased fuel prices were being felt across the Hukerenui School community, where many families relied on…
Northland fuel and power pain: Practical ways to boost home resilience
Trade Me property customer director Gavin Lloyd said the behaviour was “a direct reflection of the anxiety the…
Gisborne elderly and solo parents fear higher costs under social housing reforms
“The elderly suffer enough, and especially for low-income families and everything like that … you’ve got to fight…
Budget 2026: Consumer NZ warns new finance sector levy could raise costs for customers
Consumer NZ chief executive Jon Duffy said it seemed a sensible move. “It seems sensible to put these…
Govt’s ‘Stretch Every Tank’ fuel saving tips campaign costs $3.5 million so far
The campaign is set to end on June 19. Details have been provided in response to an Official…
Union calls MBIE ‘irresponsible’ over more than $100k spend on flexible working policy legal defence
PSA national secretary Fleur Fitzsimons called the spend a “total waste of taxpayers’ money” and said the Government…
Ombudsman sides with Government to keep expensive Northland highway costs under wraps
Sharp appealed to the Ombudsman, who sided with the Ministry of Transport, which argued that releasing its estimated…