Wairoa post-settlement entity invests in petrol station merger to give its whānau 25c a litre off fuel
With fuel costs around New Zealand soaring, securing members a discount was “one of them”, Clarke said. “We…
Retail figures: Spending falls in September as consumers cope with rising petrol prices, interest rates, bad weather
“Petrol prices jumped sharply in mid-September. Spending through Paymark at fuel outlets was running 35% ahead of year…
Electric vehicle sales hit new high as petrol shock continues, overall market booms
LPV = Light passenger vehicle. Source / MIA Strong September overall September was a boom month overall, with…
Pastures Past: Stolen petrol, butter and other tales of theft
Below is a selection of historical stories from the Northern Advocate (1931), New Zealand Herald (1932), Rotorua Morning…
South Africa’s October fuel price forecast worsens, with petrol hikes above R3
Motorists face a costly trip to the pump next week, with petrol and diesel prices on track to…
Waitomo says vandalism shut down Mystery Creek fuel site after emergency stop was pressed
A narrator tells viewers: “Scientists believe this dance is used to warn others that critical thinking has left…
Swanson arsons: Parihaka O’Connor sentenced for burning down Auckland home
The first fire occurred in June last year, after O’Connor’s landlord made arrangements to meet him at the…
Diesel prices to hit all-time high this weekend as fuel stations charge £2.30 a litre
Experts have warned drivers that they will face record prices for diesel this weekend as fuel costs continue…
Commerce Commission says retail petrol prices ‘reasonably reflecting’ changes in import costs
Chapple said the commission’s role was to monitor competition in fuel markets, not regulate or set fuel prices.…
Petrol prices sail past $5 a litre on Hauraki Gulf island as costs start rising again
It found an 83c difference in the average price of regular 91 fuel at the three stations on…
Hawke’s Bay man pays $2500 to fill up car with petrol – for a good cause
This year, another surprise lot to reflect New Zealand’s cost of living struggles went up for auction –…
Hawke’s Bay man pays $2500 to fill up car with petrol – for a good cause
This year, another surprise lot to reflect New Zealand’s cost of living struggles went up for auction –…