NZ sharemarket falls despite positive Fonterra result – Market close
Fonterra reported a net profit of $1.079 billion for the July 2025 year, down 4.3%, while maintaining its…
NZ sharemarket edges higher despite KMD loss, new RBNZ Governor – Market close
“There’s not a lot happening. It was a bit of a cautious handover from Wall Street, just off…
2degrees net loss widens on one-offs, operating earnings grow despite ‘economic headwinds’
The Commerce Commission’s most recent Telecommunications Monitoring Report, released in June, said 2degrees was the only telco to…
Humpback whale dies after stranding on Warrington Beach near Dunedin
“Large, stranded whales, particularly in locations like this, can be extremely difficult to refloat. It said the whale…
BOJ chief strikes cautious tone despite some board members urging rate hike – Nikkei Asia
BOJ chief strikes cautious tone despite some board members urging rate hike Nikkei AsiaBank of Japan hits pause –…
Transmission Gully motorway project sees $79m in benefits, no deaths
Altogether, 1.9 million hours were saved in 2024. The findings are in line with initial projections from the…
Consumer confidence stays weak despite Reserve Bank rate cuts
“Reductions in the official cash rate and the related falls in mortgage rates will help to boost many…
Rugby Championship: Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s tribute to time in NZ with Ardie Savea’s family
The All Blacks called the two rugby powerhouses’ friendship “iconic”. Ahead of the Rugby Championship blockbuster at Eden…
Senate confirms Trump adviser to top Fed role, despite central bank’s independence
Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska was the only Republican who voted against confirming Miran. The vote was otherwise…
Justin Bieber posts ‘Bieber family’ rules despite speculation over marriage
Justin faced backlash earlier this year after confessing he had told his wife “she would never be on…
Bay of Islands marina fast‑tracked but developers yet to commit
The proposed marina includes berthage for 250 vessels, a public boat ramp, trailer parking, and a commercial precinct…
Judge fines Gisborne wholesaler $140k for toy cars that posed risk to young children
The charges were laid under fair trading laws after it was found the small cars failed to meet…