Developer walks away from iconic Wellington site
Despite years of searching, no tenant has been found for Oriental Bay's Band Rotunda.
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“I’ve done nothing wrong and all of a sudden it’s up in flames.”
Retail spending grows for the first time in seven months
Economists say the effects of tax cuts and government stimulus are yet to see results.
New Wellington street festival given the green light
The event will see Courtenay Place closed to make way for circus acts and live music.
Financial help considered as more disruption looms for struggling Wellington businesses
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Steven Joyce: Govt’s visitor levy raises concerns for NZ’s tourism recovery
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Three Wellington cafes closing today, more than 20 staff losing their jobs
It's the latest in a string of hospitality and retail closures in the capital.
Hawke's Bay hospo legends set to breathe new life into iconic Hastings bar
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Warriors announce name of new bar
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Doctors’ wait times and coffee costs | Focus Morning Bulletin September 2, 2024
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Casino doors shut next week: What happens to 700 SkyCity Auckland staff?
Will staff be paid? Will they have to come to work still? Work shifts? What will they do?
Wellington cafe suffers ‘worst sales day ever’ as job cuts bite
Cafe owners say crunch worse than during Covid and making a profit is 'near impossible'.
Remote Ruapehu restaurant wins national award
'We knew it was a fairly crazy project but we ended up putting two and two together.'
'Approaching perfection': Multiple chef's hat awards for Hawke's Bay restaurants
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Opinion: 'Dawn of resilience' - hospitality needs all our support to survive
OPINION: These are some of the toughest conditions the industry has ever faced.
Economy harder than GFC and Covid, say business owners
Survey shows one in five businesses fear they may have to close.
Laid-back approach helps to keep the crowds coming back to ‘magical’ park in Athenree
A new business that had a rocky start has gone on to take out the industry's top award.
Hillside owner on 10 years in business and the future of high-end dining
Less than a year ago Asher Boote was considering walking away amidst a string of closures.
The Kiwis making millions from turning a popcorn maker into a home coffee roaster
Frustration over not being able to roast beans at home drove the innovation.
Is New Zealand’s cafe scene shrinking?
Tougher economic times are getting to cafes for the first time in decades.
'Trying to shut down venues one by one': Owner says authorities 'killing' bars
Two of Jose Ubiaga bars have been put into liquidation this month.
Popular Auckland eatery shuts its doors, Nic Watt to take over venue
Namu Group announces its stepping away from popular eatery.
SPQR liquidators renew liquor licence for failed restaurant
There has been some buyer interest in it.
Two Wellington bars in liquidation as local economy bites
Declining foot traffic along famous Courtenay Place and economic downturn hit bar owner.
The iconic Auckland restaurants that have closed in 2024
A round-up of recent closures across the city's hospitality scene.
Editorial: The win for local communities in the battle over booze
OPINION: Locals should be the ones to decide on restricting alcohol sales.
Auckland booze crackdown: Supermarket sales end at 9pm, cut-off time for bars
It makes sense to have a local say on where and when alcohol is sold, says Wayne Brown.
Small business confidence hits reverse gear, economic pressures drive burnout
Post-Covid optimism gives way to declining confidence.
Best in the Bay: Hospitality Awards winners announced
Winners are voted by the hospitality industry, except for the People’s Choice Award.
'Drunken, stupid error': Drunk DHB worker poked cop's bottom at pub
Police said there was 'an application of force' which left the officer feeling violated.