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Large Matamata fire under investigation

An investigation into last night's fire at Viking Kayaks will begin today.

Liam Dann: What GDP data really tells us about the economy

As Omicron concerns mount, today's GDP data provides some comforting economic reassurance

Tesla plus China: The formula for winning the EV race?

California carmaker gives China a leg-up in race to build better electric vehicles.

When you outgrow your name: Rebranding a 127-year-old NZ icon

The challenge of keeping historical name integrity while saying what you mean.

Small business sector bounces back in October

Kiwi small business sector bounces back in October, survey reveals.

Metroglass profit plummets 94% from $7.6m to $419,000

"Profitability has been significantly impacted by extensive Covid-19 restrictions"

Economy poised for solid rebound in 2022 - Westpac

Record export prices and ongoing construction boom will help maintain economic momentum.

RJ's licorice recalled after using lead-contaminated sugar

Confectionery brand RJ's has been affected by a recent major recall of sugar.

Worst-case scenario: Can economy cope if we can't eliminate Delta?

New forecast: What happens to jobs, GDP and interest rates if elimination doesn't work?

What lockdown will cost the economy - and how the experts work it out

Lockdown costs look bad, but past experience shows we need to factor in the rebound.

David Schnauer: Has the NZ economy really done well?

Opinion: Things look good in the short term but what about the longer view?

Cavalier goes back to its roots in war against synthetics

NZX-listed Cavalier has gone back to making wholly woollen carpets.

150 jobs going as pharma company closes Manukau site

Pharma company is closing sites in South Auckland that have operated since the 1990s.

Business Hub: Fletcher Building CEO Ross Taylor on a milestone birthday and Auckland v Sydney

"You're a long time dead ... whatever you are doing, make sure it's enjoyable."

Who is buying up our farm land? The largest foreign owners of NZ soil

Almost 460,000ha shifted out of NZ control between 2010 to 2021.

Ready-to-eat salads recalled due to listeria fears

A selection of ready-to-eat salads are being recalled as they might contain listeria.