Business
Small business owners 'blindsided' by Meta banning accounts
Small business owners who rely on Instagram and Facebook to get customers say they've been blindsided by their accounts suddenly being banned, when they'd done nothing wrong. Lucy Xia reports. Audio
Return of the smaller-scale property investor
But owner-occupiers have been more reluctant to move.
Timber industry battening down the hatches
Carter Holt Harvey is planning to shut its Eves Valley sawmill and focusing on Kawerau, with 142 jobs affected.
Ube - the purple yam that's behind the popular Filipino flavour
Ke-Xin Li discovers the Filipino purple yam known as Ube. Audio
What's the point of New Zealand Fashion Week?
New Zealand Fashion Week is returning after a one-year hiatus with a new vision that is public-facing rather than exclusive.
NZ film, TV industry weighs pros and cons of AI
Artificial Intelligence has made previously tedious tasks quick and easy, but also carries risks for local film-makers.
Evening business for 21 August 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
'I watched it being built': Tasman mayor laments possible mill closure
Tim King, who lives next door to Tasman's Eves Valley Sawmill, says it's "a huge shock".
Jetstar apologises to customers as it faces fines
Budget airline Jetstar has apologised for letting down its New Zealand customers as it faces a potentially hefty fine after pleading guilty to misleding flyers about their rights. The Commerce… Audio
Tirau locals split over potential introduction of Burger King and Starbucks
Tirau locals are split over whether the arrival of a big burger and coffee brand could kill the village vibe or deliver dozens of jobs and an economic boost. The South Waikato council has appointed… Audio
Skellerup posts record profit
The maker of 'red band' gumboots and components for industrial and agricultural products also had record revenue.
Auckland Airport's net income lifts strongly after last year's tax bill
The airport's underlying profit also rose, as rental income improved, it increased aeronautical charges and had lower interest and tax expenses.
Technology with Bill Bennett
Bill Bennett is an Auckland based technology journalist. Audio
Ōtara Flea Market secures new licence with longer hours
As a beloved South Auckland landmark, the Ōtara Flea Market is known for being rich in Pacific culture and vibrancy, offering food, music, crafts and art.
Business banking 'a standout' as Kiwibank sees full-year profit drop
Kiwibank has posted a lower full-year profit on the back of increased costs and a fall in margins.
SkyCity reports 42% drop in underlying profit, fall in revenue
The casino operator also said revenue was down 11 percent, but reported a small net profit.
