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Construction sector leads rise in business confidence, ANZ survey shows

The ANZ Business Outlook survey for October shows firms are increasingly upbeat.

SkyCity AGM: Shareholder criticism for non-compliance, regulatory actions by authorities

Shareholder said company had been mismanaged and asked about accountability.

Third of small businesses shrink workforce as sales drop

The hospitality sector has experienced the highest percentage of cutbacks.

'I did get bored during lockdown': Whangaparāoa man convicted of illegal tree felling

Man prosecuted after trees felled then advertised as firewood on Facebook.

'Trailblazing' - first private business wins building consenting accreditation

Able to process building consent applications and inspect buildings during construction.

Pine Harbour Marina berth holders decry fix-it fees

Main power cables to the marina piers failed and need replacement, owner says.

Auckland lost more than 10,000 jobs in a year

The construction sector nationwide took a severe hit.

Coromandel bridge project wins consultancy award

'Reconnecting communities safely and quickly following natural disasters is critical.'

Canterbury house builder in liquidation – Kiwibank among creditors owed $1m

Staff terminated after construction projects slow.

Bishop bows out of fast-track decision involving Winton Land

How ministers managed potential conflicts of interest choosing projects for fast-tracking.

Crane numbers drop 11% this year as construction slows

Auckland crane numbers fell to an eight-year low.

Illegal dumpers target South Auckland’s empty building sites

Flat Bush residents say the issue has got worse with recent housing developments.

Waikato solar farms, mines, housing projects, and highways make Fast Track Bill

The 19 Waikato projects are spread across infrastructure, energy, housing and mining.

Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder

Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.

Jobs at risk as NZ concrete giant comes unstuck

At least a dozen jobs could be disestablished.

Tennis club marks its 100th birthday in style

The clubhouse has had a $270k upgrade and celebrates 100 years this weekend.