Blogging coupled with social media dissemination is brilliant; perhaps the greatest democratising force of our time, writes Chris Barton.

KiwiSaver certainly isn't the first word in workplace retirement savings.

Yesterday, a massive power cut hit Auckland's leafy eastern suburbs. Many palatial homes and popular cafes are still without power, and police are crediting BMW drivers with taking care on the roads despite no traffic lights.

Fonterra has confirmed Sri Lankan officials have suspended the sale of some Anchor milk powder, amid concerns it has made children sick.

Takaka has a bustling arts scene and pretty scenery, writes Elisabeth Easther.

New Zealand commodity prices fell for a seventh consecutive month to an 18-month low in September, led by declining dairy prices.

At only 623 pages the unofficial almost-final draft of the Financial Markets Conduct Act regulations, is light reading by historical novel standards.

Your Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks with Nats Subramanian of TakeMe2India.

Business confidence continued to slide last month, to its lowest levels since June 2012 in ANZ's Business Outlook survey.

Your Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks with Zheng Li of Zing Design.

Your Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks with Berlinda Chin from the Office of Ethnic Affairs.

Your Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks with Eugene De Villiers of Extra Mile Company.

A reader writes: We are such cordial people when driving - but even the most considerate driver tends to do 20km/h over their normal speed as soon as they come to a passing lane

Life & Style Editor Nicky Park shares her insider tips for making the most of Toast Martinborough ahead of ticket sales for this year's food and wine festival.

Two property fund directors accused of filing company statements late are in discussions with the FMA and are "close to reaching a resolution" of the charges they face.

What are other people doing in terms of their finances that can help you lift your game?

The NZ dollar fell to a fresh one-year low against the US amid speculation the RBNZ may have intervened to push down the value of the local currency.

The scenery out here is so super, you'll want to make sure the designated driver keeps their eyes on the road.

Hidden under the streets we walk every day are tales of murder and mayhem, of geological upheaval and war. Dionne Christian sees what Heritage Festival has to offer.