New Zealand’s economic freedom is slipping while the world improves – Eric Crampton
The share of overall income earned by the bottom 10% is similar for top-ranking and bottom-ranking countries. Freer…
Liquidated Whangārei bar reopens with focus on live music, shared food
Loftus approached Revell and the two decided their combined strengths could make a viable business, she said. With…
‘Devastating’ Beloved charity gala dinner faced cancellation over proposed Warriors’ shift to Eden Park for NRL final
“They own the finals and have the discretion to tell you when you’re playing and where you’re playing,”…
Church of the Southern Cross: Inside an old Napier music venue that’s been gathering dust for 30 years
After 70 years of gatherings and congregations, the building was sold in 1983 to local businessman Brian Finch,…
Western Springs Speedway supporters lose High Court challenge, clearing way for music venue redevelopment
They argued the public supported the speedway staying at the historic venue, while their social media page detailed…
Whangārei’s Butter Factory staff face thousands in lost wages after liquidation
In late 2024, police opposed the on-licence renewal because Kaur and Singh had no experience running a high-risk…
Napier’s The County Hotel cancels bookings amid receivership
Future bookings have been suspended on the hotel’s website and Churchill’s Lounge Bar and Restaurant has closed. The…
Wolfbrook Arena food: One NZ Stadium vendors added to Christchurch venue
Co-Lab is Venues Ōtautahi’s flexible food unit, which interchanges local vendors at each event and has included the…
Coroner’s inquest begins into death of primary school teacher Isaac Levings in Wellington Harbour
Levings wandered south past Frank Kitts Park, went behind Whairepo Lagoon and emerged at the west end of…
Snowplanet installs 2300 solar panels to cut power grid use by about 30%
The new system, designed and installed by Sunergise, features 2317 ground-mounted panels on the hillside adjacent to the…
Restaurant couple sued after ‘walking out’ on Noel Edmonds’ Tasman hospitality venue
“We believed we were there for the filming and that was the purpose of the lease,” business co-owner…
Will Taylor and Travis marry in Manhattan? Madison Square Garden tipped as venue
The permit application said the event would host from 500 to 999 people. Madison Square Garden boasts both…