ComCom to tighten rules on electricity, gas
The Commerce Commission looking at tightening rules for electricity and gas companies.
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The New Zealand dollar rose against the yen and the greenback as missile fears eased.
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Kiwi gains on back of Hurricane Harvey
The New Zealand dollar rose as Hurricane Harvey caused widespread flooding in the Houston.
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Metlifecare makes record $251.5m profit
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IRD warns about sophisticated tax refund scam
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Facebook 'like' could get you sued
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Building, the industry that got left behind
COMMENT: Poor productivity in construction isn't just a New Zealand issue.
Fashion industry's moment to shine
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Worker's hand severed, $138k fine imposed
Plastics company fined $138,500 after a worker's hand was partially amputated.
Festival celebrates rise in NZ-French trade
France is New Zealand's third largest partner within Europe.
Auckland duplex built in four days
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VW diesel-cheat system tied to secret site
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'Get rich quick scheme' influencing what you buy
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ComCom files High Court case against Harmoney
The Commerce Commission has filed civil proceedings against Harmoney
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Come clean on tax? Let's do that
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How one McDonald's worker built a property empire
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Qantas announces plan for world's longest flight
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Gear Friday: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 first look
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The Warehouse changes gears, 40 jobs affected
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EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalists narrowed down to five
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