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Putting fire in the region's engine room
Manukau has fallen on tough times. Christopher Adams looks at what is happening to help.

Hiring intentions plateau, says new survey
Hiring intentions as measured by Manpower's quarterly employment outlook survey have plateaued as employers hold off on growth plans.

Success: Flooring firm tries to avoid slip ups
Impact-absorbent tiles could become a safety feature in rest homes.

Green gold
After years in the doldrums, forestry is booming. Could this be the start of a new golden age, or is the next bust already on the way? Nick Smith reports.

Success: Food business built on kiwifruit
Nekta transforms fruit into everything from drinks, to a fat replacement for baking.

Success: Umbrella brand to weather all markets
NZ brolly-makers hope to win sales by raising the bar on quality.

The long walk to success for NZ robot leg makers
An overnight sensation seven years in the making.

All Blacks gear made in China
They are as recognisably Kiwi as gumboots and Swanndris, but scarves and beanies sported by All Blacks supporters are being made abroad.