Property owners lose Lake Hayes subdivision case as covenant challenge dismissed
The consent, in conjunction with the council’s current proposed district plan, allows for a primary residential dwelling and…
What’s next for Chocolate Fish cafe after Sir Peter Jackson Shelly Bay development
Jackson and Walsh are the sole shareholders and directors of Wingnut PM. John Pennington said while he and…
Chocolate Fish owners apologise for blaming cafe’s closure on Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran Walsh
“Regrettably and without foundation, we assumed Sir Peter Jackson and Dame Fran Walsh were responsible for the decision.…
Housing market New Zealand: Mum and dad buyers lead increase in property investors, report says
“With potential top-up costs falling many appear to be using equity in their own home or across their…
Powerco agrees to buy Tairāwhiti’s Firstlight Network from Clarus Group’s owners
Its gas network covers Taranaki, Horowhenua, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatū, Porirua, Hutt Valley and Wellington. Firstlight Network, formerly known…
Brookfield backs NZ gas markets with $2b Clarus Group buy
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Sir Peter Jackson to close Wellington’s Chocolate Fish Cafe after 15 years
“We don’t want to be forced to close. We don’t want to be shut down.” Pennington said he…
US slaps 10% tariff on NZ timber imports, industry warns of major impact
NZFOA chief executive Elizabeth Heeg. Photo / Supplied “They add uncertainty and risk for exporters who are working…
Hokitika goat Gavin trained to join owner’s West Coast hunting trips
They brought Gavin, a British alpine cross Toggenburg, over from Christchurch. Then the training started. They took Gavin…
Housing market predictions for 2026: Cotality expecting some growth after ‘subdued’ year
“Overall, property values remain sluggish for now, but conditions may be turning towards some growth in 2026, albeit…
Beagle dies after escaping Auckland’s Meola dog park, owners say council to blame
Don To’o, acting area manager Waitematā & Ōrākei (Parks and Community Facilities) said the council was unaware of…
Hastings cannabis growing operation busted by police, who say it was just about to be harvested
“There’s just over 200 well-propagated, well-produced plants. You can see they’re coming into production now.” James said inside…