Major electoral law overhaul includes ending same-day enrolment, clarity on treats for voters
Closing enrolment 13 days before election day to reduce pressure on post-election timeframes. Requiring 12 days of advance voting at each…
Auditor-General: New Zealand energy sector needs more investment for reliability
“However, while some electricity distribution businesses may be able to respond through innovation, smaller companies will find it…
Facebook NZ says profit and revenue down as it sends $159 million to Ireland, pays $831k in tax
Profit before income tax was $3.89m, down from $4.44m in 2023. Facebook NZ also acted as a reseller…
Peter Burling on Team New Zealand exit, America’s Cup success and what comes next
“Bouncing straight back out of that into another win was something pretty cool, looking back,” he recalls. “I’m…
Capital Markets: Will reforms revitalise New Zealand’s capital markets?
Peterson said the announcement had piqued interest in the public markets. “We’ll see how we go this year,…
Police Commissioner: 500 new officers likely delayed to mid-2026
“It’s more likely to be [the] early part of 2026,” Chambers said. When challenged further on a realistic…
From Vegas to WOW: The Creative Force Behind New Zealand’s Most Dazzling Stage Show
The World of WearableArt arrives in Wellington this September. Executive creative director Brian Burke shares his inspirations and…
Up in Smoke: Why New Zealand’s medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet
Teenager Alex Renton had an acute prolonged seizure and his family campaigned for him to be given medical…
High-profile businessman Sir Bob Jones has died
“It won’t be the same, certainly for me not to have Bob Jones around.” Soper said Jones was…
Atomic set to blast into Australia, UK as Rod Drury fuels it with more funds
Atomic chief executive Jo Haanstra met Drury — whom she regards as a mentor — in the early…
Champions for Change summit in Northland: Inclusive workforces vital for NZ’s future
“One in three under 25-year-olds will identify themselves as Māori and women have always been about half the…
Lotto Powerball: Are you New Zealand’s latest millionaire?
The jackpot grew to $12m after Wednesday’s earlier $8m draw was not struck. In that draw, one lucky…