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Working while infected: Industries warn of serious staff shortages
Warning self-isolation for close contacts of Covid-19 cases will cause serious shortages.
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.
'Catastrophic' shortage of key commodity looming in weeks
Businesses and millions of jobs are on the line amid a shortage of a crucial commodity.
Liam Dann: Covid inflation shock hits hard - but will it last?
The strength of inflation data has economists worried that rates may need to rise faster.
Inflation shock: Data to show prices rising at fastest in a decade
NZ's economy faces a "perfect storm" of global and local forces driving up prices.
NZ-made Covid vaccine booster trial to begin next year
NZ scientists plan to trial a locally-made Covid-19 booster vaccine by the end of 2022.
Building sector leads slump in business confidence, says NZIER
The latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion still provides "green light" for OCR hike.
Liam Dann: Stagflation fears stalk global economy - can NZ cope?
Used car prices are rising - it's a clear signal that the global economy is in bad shape.
New 'cocoons' set to make groundbreaking cancer therapy more accessible
The Kiwi-based venture will see the revolutionary treatment become more widely available.
GDP preview: Economy was red-hot. Is that meaningless now?
Strong second-quarter GDP data will provide some confidence for post-lockdown rebound.
Batts, GIB board, ColourCote back in production as Fletcher factories re-open
Winstone Wallboards, Tasman Insulation and Pacific CoilCoaters staff about to return.
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.
Liam Dann: On a knife-edge - How an oil shock could shake the world
Turmoil in oil markets a reminder there are no certainties on path to economic recovery.
Why is a govt department appealing against a major proposal in a housing crisis?
Earthworks costing $12m are well under way as publicly funded appeals go in.
Flaming gorgeous: Using charred wood as house cladding
Kiwi John Webster has a business making Japanese-style charred wood cladding in Rotorua.
Where is New Zealand's hottest region right now?
Building boom, dairy prices driving economic confidence around country.
Jobs on the line: Defence Force shifts uniform manufacturing offshore
The NZ Defence Force has been with the same provider for more than two decades.
Electric car revolution risks mountain of toxic battery waste
Green push towards net zero emissions could create millions of tonnes of hazardous junk.
Small Business: From engineering geologist to Fashion Week
Kiwi jewellery maker talks about her invitations to New York and Paris Fashion Weeks.