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Zero to million dollars: DIY solar start-up creaming it after one year in business

Founder of Auckland-based GridFree says solar is a growing market.

Ponsonby restaurant closes, blames Uber Eats

Uber Eats was welcomed by small eateries in NZ. But then it grew, and grew ...

Mega-polytech gets surprising welcome

Employer groups cautiously welcome new mega-polytech.

Small Business: Auckland skincare start-up's global ambitions

Lemon & Beaker hopes China lifting animal testing regulation will benefit brand.

National's black-belt fighter: Why he has Grant Robertson in his sights

New finance spokesman Paul Goldsmith is not as dull as he seems.

Christchurch company turning old parachutes into shopping bags

Zerobag is a local Christchurch-based company that makes reusable bags.

Goff and Twyford side-step City Rail Link hardship fund

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is also in the gun for not helping distressed businesses.

Small business confidence still down

Economic measure indicates uncertainty among SMEs similar to that just before GFC.

Paperwork pain: Govt cloud service looks to give business a break

The plan could save businesses $300 million in admin costs, MBIE estimates.

Biggest killer of small business: Will it take legislation for them to get paid on time?

Time to pay small business on time for the good of the whole economy.

SMEs investing 'more time than they should' in businesses

Business owners should spend no more than eight hours daily on their business.

Small Business: Refugee lawyer turns wedding app-maker

Marica Frost, 28, discusses motivations for starting her own business.

The rise of the millennial side hustle

While some work a side hustle as a labour of love, others are trying to make ends meet.

Pet care start-up's big plans to clear up the industry

Little Green Dog wants to make the pet care market more eco-friendly.

From drug addict to multi-millionaire

How two women overcame a life of addiction to create a thriving business.

How a drop-shipping gig turned into a subscription company

Matthew Beasley discusses his business' side gig beginnings.

Matt Cowley's new role

Matt Cowley is looking forward to starting his new role on June 4.

Budget 2019: Ho-hum reaction from business

Focus on wellbeing is actually what the sector needs, industry spokespeople say.