Parnell landlord's 'last hurrah'
Developer Kevin Harvey plans to open a seven-day hospitality venue and market, bringing a touch of Europe to Parnell. Video / Michael Craig
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There's a very big difference between a sports bar and a bar with sport on.
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$10m bar tab: Why Warriors opted for site next to Eden Park for themed pub
As well as purchasing the business, the club has also bought the building in Kingsland.
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Controversial bar owner storms out of court, accused of illegal anti-Ardern event
“My vessel is damaged," Shayne La Rosa said as he left court, claiming his case dismissed.
Secrets of the Lime Bar: 25 years of cocktails, hook-ups and tight squeezes on Ponsonby Rd
Hook-ups, cocktails and other secrets of the one-metre-wide bar with no blender.
Ponsonby's Lime Bar turns 25
Ponsonby's Lime Bar turns 25 in January, making it the longest continuously running bar on the Ponsonby strip. Famous for its tiny size, cocktails featuring natural lime and its retro playlist, it has spawned a million wild nights and relationships. Video / Dean Purcell
Good Spirits defaults on loan, loses CEO
It has sold off pubs such as Danny Doolans and now Geoff Tuttle says he is out.
How a deep-fried Mars bar made Edinburgh a top gastronomic destination
First tossed into an Edinburgh fryer in 1995: Scotland's 1200-calorie "delicacy".
Tears, prayers and relief: Jury finds pair acted in self-defence in street brawl
The verdict means Iulu Apineru and Henry Atoni can now move on with their lives.
'Covered in blood': New dad needed resuscitating after fight outside club
Nicholas Crosby threw first punch but Crown alleges two accused men kept going.
Dishonesty charges for high-profile bar owner
Matthew McLaughlin appeared in court on Monday and pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Beyond the Game: The Kiwi bar in Paris serving rugby fans a slice of home
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Man charged after armed robbery at Wellington bar
A manager was allegedly dragged through the restaurant in the incident.
How to experience aperitivo like a true Milanese
New York Times: In Milan, giving the Aperitivo a new twist.
Bar owner warns agencies will 'kill Courtenay Place'
Greig Wilson said social housing in the city was the real problem.
'Haemorrhaging': Popular bar loses up to $100k because it can't sell booze
The business suffered a 'shock-horror moment' after losing its liquor licence.
How to negotiate a fair pay agreement
The new deals will affect thousands of businesses, even many small ones.
Mama Hooch rapist Roberto Jaz assaulted in prison
Staff intervened to break up a fight in a day room involving the convicted sex offender.
Wellington bar The George insolvent: landlord changed locks, $800,000+ owed
Landlord changed locks after bar failed to pay rent, and IRD makes move.
Liquor giant acquires North Island hospitality group
A multinational liquor brand has acquired dozens of Wellington and Bay of Plenty bars.
Bar owner who groped, kissed employee to pay her more than $35,000
Staff members and customers warned the woman not to be left alone with her boss.