Whanganui business news

CAA grounds flight school's planes for ‘safety reasons’
NZICPA trains international and domestic pilots, including for IndiGo.

KiwiSaver changes 'a burden' for small businesses and self-employed
Wonky Box's Angus Simms says KiwiSaver changes will affect cashflow.

'Past the first hurdle' - Fletcher Living on progress at $500m The Hill
Fletcher bought site in 2021, earthworks now advanced, first four homes nearly finished.

North Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visits
Fifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.

Company's switch to rail transport 'another positive forestry story'
Forest360's move takes 8 truck & trailer loads of logs off the road to New Plymouth daily.

Grand designs: Historic hotel under new management
'I don't believe in doing something quickly and messing it up.'

$135m distributed last year by iwi to members
Distributions paid have increased by around 35% in the last five years: Phil Barry, TDB.

Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report

Bremworth proposes laying off 47 staff amidst major restructure
“It was very quiet ... a lot of people were crying."

‘Prime location’: Plenty of suitors for sprawling CBD property
'We would hear out any offer that came our way but we want something fitting.'

‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on Taranaki
More than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.

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.
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One of our newest knights and his incredible backstory of creating a $660m company in his garage
'I don’t care if it’s Martha Stewart or the bloody Pope. I’m not taking [Made in NZ] off.'

2300sq m of prime Auckland land selling for $2.5m - plus 15 cars if you can find them under the mess
The property is valued at $2.5m and is touted as 'an excellent opportunity'.

Peter Simunovich: Mental health support at work is not optional
OPINION: Businesses invested in mental health during the pandemic but many are regressing.

On The Up: Small Business - Giftbox Boutique’s journey from garage start-up to pandemic success
Katie Gray talks to Tom Raynel about her small business Giftbox Boutique.

Is this the solution to Auckland's potentially looming waste crisis?
Neighbours of country's biggest tip fear for their property values and health under plans.

The real cost of owning pets in NZ and where you can find savings
Figures show how costly it can be - but short-term savings can have long-term consequences
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Aerowork’s 75-year celebration a family affair
Aviation history was highlighted at Aerowork's 75-year celebration on Saturday.

‘Tough news’: NZME proposes to close 14 local newspapers, with the loss of 30 jobs
Herald owner says community titles are no longer profitable in changing media landscape.

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.