Iran conflict hits plastic supply chains as NZ manufacturers face 20-30% price spike
Speaking as part of her Iran update today, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said that while the Government had…
Heinz Wattie’s to shut Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin factories, 350 jobs hit
Packing would also cease at the associated frozen lines in King Street, Hastings. About 350 roles were expected…
Hawke’s Bay’s forgotten WWII gun factory: New book tells Charlton rifle story
The gun’s designer Philip Charlton, Phil to his friends, invented a small, one-cylinder gas-powered engine that drove a…
Inside NZ Crayons: Bay of Plenty makers of industrial and school crayons
Previous owner Atkinson brought two New Zealand crayon businesses together to form the NZ Crayon brand: Retsol and…
Rakon takeover bid fails to lift NZ sharemarket – Market close
They again had a record close with the Dow gaining 0.48% to 49,504.7 points and the S&P 500…
America’s FDA just approved the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill. Here’s what to know
Eli Lilly has sought FDA approval for its own weight-loss pill as the two pharmaceutical giants continue their…
Judge Orders Google to Limit Default Search Deals to One Year
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Emirates orders dozens more Boeing 777X aircraft despite delays
“But I assure that each and every aircraft on order has been carefully factored into Emirates’ growth plans.”…
Oppo bets on smartphone future as rivals chase post‑phone tech
It has previously specialised in the mid-range market but with the launch of its flagship Find X9 series…
What Harrogate Mackintosh’s toffee really tastes like – explained by manufacturer
I asked my family group chat for advice. “Soap,” replied my little sister. “Worst flavour in the bag.”…
Wools of New Zealand signs China deal to boost global demand for strong wool
“Chinese manufacturers want to ensure they have a reliable source of high-quality raw natural supply, and our customers…
Wools of New Zealand signs China deal to boost global demand for strong wool
“Chinese manufacturers want to ensure they have a reliable source of high-quality raw natural supply, and our customers…