Whanganui business news
Why property investors are turning to short-term rentals for gains
Auckland's average daily rate for Airbnb is just over $290, the highest in NZ.
‘Totally different’: Avenue Hotel restaurant rebuild begins
Work will be completed by the end of the year.
Skifield buyer Whakapapa Holdings potential operator for Chateau Tongariro
Whakapapa Holdings is interested in operating the currently decaying heritage building.
Three top new residences which won 2024 architecture awards
Outstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.
Century-old Waverley business for sale
The SH3 store stayed within the same family for 100 years.
Businesses elevate work opportunities in Whanganui
A three-way collaboration is taking industry training to a new level.
Whanganui friends and business owners create unique Rēwena Gin
'It’s more than a drink when there’s the connection of whānau.'
Hopes property developer will snap up shopping centre
'It’s the first time it has come to the market for about 55 years.'
Improved export capability focus of business survey
New opportunities ahead for Whanganui business success.
Stalled international pilot training costing New Zealand $50m a year
An industry group blames the exit of a big operator and slow visa processing.
The Country Fast Five: 'AI will empower the average farmer'
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
'Decommissioning' on the table for the Chateau Tongariro
Gov't abandons search for new operator of Chateau Tongariro, decommissioning considered.
'Absolutely thrilled': The Star is reborn - 103-year-old newspaper resurrected after closure
The presses are rolling again.
NZ’s biggest house-builder G.J. Gardner planning 30% franchise growth
'If you’re in a really tough game, go on the attack.'
'Massive blow': Hundreds of jobs lost as Winstone shuts mills
One of the central North Island's biggest employers has made the call to shut two mills.
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Will forestry rob hundreds of Kiwis of jobs? Meat processing sector confronts big livestock dip
One million fewer lambs next spring raises economic red flag in meat-processing industry.
Mercury, Winstone Pulp in war of words over power price claims
Mercury has contested forest products company Winstone's claims about high power prices.
High energy prices threaten 230 jobs at Winstone Pulp International
If the plan goes ahead 230 people would lose their jobs.
Burgermania hits Whanganui
'We all offer different experiences and versions of the same thing.'
'Just keep going' as customers tighten purses
'They might just have a coffee or something light, or they’ll share a plate.'
Energy-inspired trip for minister
The Minister of Climate Change and Revenue was in Whanganui on Thursday.
Processor failure hits farms and transport operators
Bruce Stephenson of Stephenson Transport said the outcome was not surprising.
Business news around NZ
The Warehouse warns of 'significant uncertainty' in second half financial result
The retailer's sales dropped 1.6% to $1.607 billion in the first half of 2025.
Ukraine ready to sign minerals deal: Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy tells late-night huddle he's ready to sign deal with US.
T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss
Apples, the 'engine room for growth' of T&G Global, is gaining momentum.
NZ-based Canadian billionaire takes substantial stake in Herald publisher NZME
The private equity tycoon has been linked to an alternative news venture; NZME responds.
How do you know when to give up on buying a home?
By 2048, 40% of retirees are expected to be renters, about 600,000 people.
Richard Wyeth appointed Synlait Milk CEO
Chairman says new chief executive is 'seasoned, tested and highly regarded'.
More local business news
Receivers issue latest update on Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
Buyer must strike a deal with the Crown to agree to continue to operate giant skifield.
Q&A: Marianne Archibald on lettuce, leisure and life
Reporter Alyssa Smith caught up with Marianne Archibald from Salad Brothers.
Multi-tenant heritage building on the market
The class-B building is for sale by tender, with offers open until June 12, 12.30pm.
'A lot of knowledge being lost': Lack of wool education concerns experts
A lack of tertiary education is a huge concern for the wool sector.
Supply chain opportunities for Whanganui
BlueFloat Energy wants to hear from Whanganui businesses.
Whanganui funeral directors celebrate 30 years in business
“We’re not going anywhere," Craig Cleveland says.