A Chinese billionaire is in advanced negotiations to fund a multimillion-dollar stem cell treatment and research centre in Queenstown.

Awell-known Matawhero landmark, the Jolly Stockman Hotel, encompassing three buildings on nearly a hectare of land just outside Gisborne city, has been placed on the market for sale or for lease.

Terry Serepisos says he is "flabbergasted" after he was arrested and appeared in court because of child support for his 19-year-old son.

Andrew Bell of Andiamo has been appointed to operate the new Cornwall Park Cafe and the former Cornwall Park Restaurant, also known as the Kiosk, which has been closed for many months.

The Grange Golf Club wants to merge with its neighbour the Royal Auckland Golf Club, where Prime Minister John Key plays, in a $100 million deal.

The owner of a tiny cookie bar with a cult following claims she will be pushed out of business by a rise in rents.

A seismic upgrade and refurbishment of one of Auckland's biggest industrial old buildings is nearing completion.

The Environment Court has just released a decision on the case being brought by Arch Hill residents opposing a big new Bunnings store.

A fully leased block of five modern industrial units, each with its own certificate of title, in the Auckland industrial area of Mt Wellington is available to buy as a single investment.

A refurbished and versatile office floor that would suit a wide range of users has been put up for sale in Auckland CBD.

Auckland will get something special for the downtown area from the sale of QE Square by Auckland Council, says Precinct Properties chief executive Scott Pritchard.

JLL has been formally appointed by Arena Investment Management Limited to run an open marketing campaign to sell its commercial property assets including buildings within the Eden Business Park on the corner of Normanby Rd & Enfield St in Mt Eden

Auckland Council may have to pay Precinct Properties $20 million compensation for the loss of underground carparking in its Downtown Shopping Centre.