Smooth sailing for the economy in 2026 … we can hope! – Liam Dann
I’ll make a few very specific forecasts further down, but first, I want to say what I really…
On The Up: Whangārei busker Mr T gets new scooter after second accident leaves him without wheels
The 66-year-old has been back on Whangārei’s streets since then, thanks to a scooter he was gifted two…
Radio ratings: Christian O’Connell cruises while Kyle and Jackie slide
Kyle and Jackie O are losing listeners in two states, while Christian O’Connell pushes further ahead in Melbourne…
Olympic medallist leaves smooth track for Africa’s dirt trails
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How to fix lumpy gravy: Nikki Birrell’s guide to smooth, rich sauce
The fix Start with a smooth roux. Melt fat – usually butter or pan drippings – in a…
Dementia in Northland: Loving lies help smooth dementia journey
She has a Masters of Science in Advanced Dementia Studies from the United Kingdom’s University of Bradford and…
Five Big Things That Happened Today: Wednesday, October 22
State of emergency declared for Canterbury, memoir by Prince Andrew’s accuser released, and are magnesium supplements just marketing…
Trends reshaping a $180bn market
Chocolate market outlook summary: What’s driving growth?Global chocolate market to reach $180B by 2035Milk chocolate leads with 51.2%…
Cocoa prices stabilise after record surge: Impact on manufacturers
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