Funeral directors say soaring council burial costs leave low-income families struggling to pay
“An extreme exception is Tauranga City Council, who have increased burial costs by 50% and ash burial by…
What soaring public debt means for investors and the economy – Mark Lister
The interest bill of more than $10 billion this year is money we can’t spend on healthcare, education,…
Small airline has ‘horrific’ year amid soaring jet fuel prices
The last year had been “horrific” he said, and the business had been “decimated” since Covid-19. “Just as…
Manila Bulletin – Ozempic: Soaring prices, shrinking stock of Philippines’ most wanted injection
From ₱6,200 to upwards of ₱8,700—and even hitting over ₱11,000 in some areas—the retail price of a single…
After the AI binge, companies baulk at soaring bills
Unlike a chatbot that just answers questions, agents actually do things – book appointments, write code, manage files.…
‘Spreading like wildfire’: Fiji grapples with soaring HIV cases
Volunteers from the Survival Advocacy Network, a group supporting sex workers, and Rainbow Pride Fiji, which works with…
Auckland school ball tickets hit $230, parents lash out at soaring costs
Ball tickets, designer dresses, professional makeup, hair styling and other extras mean prices can soar into the thousands.…
Fuel costs and storms force closure of Bella Vacca Jerseys in Northland
“It’s quite tough in a way, I’m going to miss it. “Some people you become friends with that…
Fuel crisis: How New Zealand’s response compares with other countries – from free public transport to work from home days
This week, after public pressure from industry bodies and unions, the Government announced a temporary 30% boost to…
Hawke’s Bay energy summit to tackle rising power costs and supply risks
The Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce’s Leaders Circle. Members pointed to supply challenges, costs and concerns about transitioning…
ANZ business confidence plunges as Iran conflict, fuel costs hit outlook
The “own past activity” indicator fell from 23% to a net 18% of firms reporting stronger activity than…
Wattie’s factory closures: Boss blames soaring manufacturing costs
“Despite extensive efforts, these categories remained unviable and not sustainable for the business in the long term.” Wattie’s…