Business writer, NZ Herald
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Dawn of the 'zombie companies' a risk to NZ business
Kiwi firms understand the importance of disruption but most are not preparing for it.
Firm pursues ex employee in court over missing $4m
A judge has frozen the bank accounts of the employee.
New Vodafone CEO set to go toe to toe with former boss
Jason Paris is set to go toe to toe with former boss Simon Moutter
Russell Stanners to leave Vodafone
This brings an end to his 17-year tenure with the company.
Invivo Wines looks to raise $6.5m capital
Kiwi wine brand Invivo is looking to raise $6.5m for US expansion plans
Kiwis abuzz over $1b dating app, Bumble
Dating app Bumble is setting its sights on expansion in New Zealand.
Spark partners with Sky Sport to offer Fan Pass for $30
This is the cheapest Sky Sport deal customers have been offered.
Some Airbnb and BookaBach owners to pay extra rates
Airbnb's value to the New Zealand economy has been highlighted in a new report
Orion Health preparing for sale, say analysts
Tech company Orion Health looks to be preparing for a partial or full sale say analysts.
Orion Health meets forecast as it continues restructure
Orion Health has met its full year 2018 forecast and is keeping quiet on sale plans.
Brewer builds underground pipeline for beer
Good George brewing is planning an underground pipeline to cope with expansion
Market has priced FPH at perfection, say analysts
Shares in Fisher & Paykel Healthcare fell slightly, despite another record result.
F&P Healthcare posts record result, nears $1 billion revenue
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare has posted another record result
Investment in NZ tech sector at record levels
Technology is New Zealand's third-largest export sector.
Vodafone departure fuels Sky rumour
Vodafone executive's departure fuels Sky TV CEO rumours
Ten tech trends that will shape the world
MYOB futurist in residence Keran McKenzie looks at tech trends shaping the future
Spark planning to extend its sports content
Spark and Sky have reportedly partnered on a sports deal
My Food Bag picks new CEO ahead of IPO
My Food Bag has named its new CEO who will take over from James and Cecilia Robinson.
The New Zealand start-ups taking on the world
Five start-ups have been chosen for the 2018 Flux accelerator programme
Xero has tremendous growth to come: CEO
Xero has more than halved its losses as it moves towards profitability
Xero halves losses, closes on profitability
Xero has posted a loss of $28.6 million, a 60 per cent improvement on last year.
'Pretty tough time': StretchSense workers respond to axing of 140 staff
All staff spoken to said it had been a great company to work for.
Kiwi start-up cuts 140 jobs after $131 million deal fails
The big-money deal was signed off at the end of last year but has now collapsed.
$1m makeover adds high-tech fun to Starship
ASB and Starship hospital have opened a renovated ED assessment and waiting area.
Vector takes legal action against Stuff over client data
Vector has asked the Auckland High Court for an injunction against media firm Stuff.
Cambridge Analytica staff set up new data company
New firm operates in "data processing, hosting and related activities".
Artificial Intelligence could add $53b to economy
New Zealand needs to improve education around AI to benefit, says a new report.
Men called John outnumber women 4-1 among top Kiwi CEOs
In the US men called James outnumber women in top positions of the Fortune 500.
Company sued by Sky sold for $12.5m to Chinese buyer
A Kiwi company being sued by Sky TV has been sold overseas for $12.5m.
Lifting productivity key to growth as immigration slows, says ASB
ASB Bank says productivity growth will be less focused on immigration in coming years.
ASB Bank launches selfie ID for customers
ASB Bank to use biometric facial recognition as an identification process for customers.
Why you need a new TV for Rugby World Cup
Only about a third of Kiwis are now ready to watch all the 2019 World Cup on TV.
R&D tax plan: 'Devil is in the detail'
Reaction to the proposed R&D tax incentive plan has been mixed.
Strewth cobber! Australia's most loved brand is this iconic NZ company
For the second year in a row, Air NZ has been voted Australia's most reputable brand.
Kiwis still paying too much for card fees - Retail NZ
Merchant service fees in New Zealand are more than three times higher than in the UK.
Restaurant Brands lifts FY profit 37%
The Auckland-based company said net profit rose to $35.5 million.
Shortage drives regional rents to record
Tenants outside NZ's three major metropolitan areas are facing record-breaking rents
Spark/TVNZ deal 'kick in the guts' for rural NZ
Viewers in remote areas of New Zealand may miss out on viewing next year's Rugby World Cup
Living wage 'step in the right direction' for hospo sector
The living wage is a good step to encourage Kiwis into hospo, says Restaurant Association.
My Food Bag on track for public listing
The most recent reported figure of the company's revenue was $150m annually.
My Food Bag co-founders step down
My Food Bag co-founders Cecilia and James Robinson are stepping down as co-CEOs
Local banks beat Aussie giants in satisfaction survey
Customers with local banks are happier than those with the Aussie giants.
Worker who threw boiling coffee at colleague awarded $15k
Worker who was told "don't f**k with me" is awarded $15,000 for unjustifiable dismissal.
IRD warning for cryptocurrency investors
The IRD is reminding cryptocurrency investors of their tax obligations.
Gattung, Robinson and Christie back tech project aimed at Kiwi girls
The tech project includes a computer game, books, video games, and eventually a TV series
DB Breweries steady new hand: Peter Simons
DB managing director Peter Simons has more than 30 years experience in the alcohol sector.
Worker fired after crashing into boss' son's car
A worker unfairly dismissed has been awarded $13,000.
TVNZ and Sky: From bidding war to lobbying together
Aside from a few jokes onstage, the chief execs avoided the Rugby World Cup rights topic.
Sky not preferred bidder for Rugby World Cup 2019 rights
This is will be major blow to the business.
SkyCity pledges $20 minimum wage
SkyCity set to reward its lower-paid workers: "It's just the right thing to do".
Sky TV shares drop amid hunt for new CEO
Analysts say Fellet's resignation will bring fresh eyes to Sky
Companies warned over Easter holiday surcharges
The Commerce Commission is reminding companies about surcharge rules ahead of Easter
Lessons from Netflix's success
How the company went from DVD rentals to producing its own television series.
Start-up Veriphi poised to go global
Medical device start-up Veriphi is raising money to commercialise and go global
Gattung sells $2.8m Wellington apartment
Business woman Theresa Gattung has sold her waterfront apartment for an undisclosed sum.
$8.3 million man departs: Fonterra CEO Theo Spierings quits
Fonterra chief Theo Spierings is stepping down
Kathmandu considers US expansion
Outdoor equipment retailer Kathmandu is considering the US market.
World first: Christchurch 'flying taxi' has no pilot
The world's first self-piloted electric air taxi is being tested in Christchurch.
Sky CEO not losing sleep over Aussie newcomer
Sky TV CEO John Fellet says he is used to competition and isn't losing sleep
Still use an old phone? It might stop working this week
Will your phone be affected by the change?
Sky TV rival good news for consumers
A pay-TV operator is eyeing a move into NZ, offering the possibility of cheaper viewing.
No buyer for menswear store Mecccano
Menswear retailer Meccano will close after it failed to find a buyer
Who is Xero's new CEO Steve Vamos?
Xero's new CEO has big plans for the accounting software company
Theresa Gattung in serious health scare
Theresa Gattung in hospital after serious health scare.
Milo loses its 4.5 star health rating
Milo powder is losing its 4.5 health star rating after action by Consumer NZ
Whittaker's to donate $80k to kiwi conservation this Easter
Chocolate company Whittaker's is offering a year's supply of chocolate
Govt calls for urgent report into faulty airbags
The Consumer Affairs Minister is now calling for an urgent update from NZTA.
TVNZ posts strong start to the year
TVNZ on track to exceed its 2018 expectations and has hit a five-year audience share high.
Sky slashes pricing, sport set to become cheaper
Sky TV has confirmed it is cutting its pricing.
Kiwi shoe company raises $1m for mental health
Shoe company Deuce has raised $1m for mental health charities
Urban Polo eyes international expansion
The Kiwi event is expanding, and heading overseas on the back of its NZ success.
Beer sales down but craft still fizzing
Beer available for consumption is down, however high strength beer is on the rise
Nic Watt's yoga/restaurant hybrid business owes more than $2.4m
True Food and Yoga owned and run by Nic Watts and wife Kelly, owes more than $2.4m
Cafe raises $250k for Christchurch rebuild
A Christchurch business has raised almost $250k for the rebuild - one coffee at a time