BusinessRestaurant gives offenders a goThe Department of Corrections and a Bay of Islands restaurant have signed a memorandum of understanding to provide employment opportunities 22 Nov 08:18 PM
BusinessBusinesses also need to planNo region in New Zealand is exempt from major natural disaster events whether they be seismic, meteorological or some other form. Civil 22 Nov 08:16 PM
BusinessJob-match site set to be next big thingThe next big thing in community connectivity could be set to take off from little ol' Whangarei. Hive, a job-matching enterprise 22 Nov 08:12 PM
Northern AdvocateJetstar's $40m boost for the regionsJetstar's regional operations could boost the economy of four centres it serves by about $40 million a year, according to Infometrics 22 Nov 12:00 PM
Northern AdvocateMusical chairs in CBD reshuffleBusinesses in Whangarei's CBD are playing musical chairs for cheaper, flexible leases amid a stagnant retail sector as 43 premises 20 Nov 09:00 PM
Northern AdvocateKiwi at top of $600m diamond dynastyGold, silver and diamonds are in Emma Hill's blood.18 Nov 10:25 PM
BusinessProperty syndicates put eggs in one basketFalling interest rates are prompting investors to look elsewhere for returns, and, with the uncertainties of the share market, property 18 Nov 02:34 AM
BusinessTake a punt on a newbieA new survey by MYOB shows that 44 per cent of small-to-medium business owners say they do not think the education system gives students 18 Nov 02:29 AM
BusinessKiwiSaver: Change coming for guidelinesMy provider is not really helping me with my KiwiSaver. I spoke to my friends, they are with different providers but they have the 18 Nov 02:17 AM
Northern AdvocateWhangarei air travellers unhappyChanges to flight times from Whangarei to Auckland return are disrupting commuters.17 Nov 07:16 PM
BusinessFirm wins national dealer awardWhangarei-based Baigents Office Products Depot (OPD) recently won the national OPD Dealer of the Year award. It was the icing on 16 Nov 01:00 AM
BusinessCabin fever rewardedJust Cabins (Northland) has won the Westpac Franchisee of the Year award Lifestyle Services category. Owners Ben and Jan Wood started 16 Nov 12:57 AM
BusinessNot working against the grainBill Heywood loves to work. Talk of retirement is not on his radar. But the 79-year-old cabinetmaker with more than 50 years of experience 16 Nov 12:54 AM
BusinessFeijoa orchard for sale in prime spotA well-established feijoa orchard located on the fertile volcanic soils of Northland's Kerikeri is on the market. Nurturing the Far 15 Nov 08:00 PM
BusinessYour personality can affect your decisionsPeople who find themselves suddenly having to make significant investment decisions often feel overwhelmed, confused, or even afraid11 Nov 02:38 AM
BusinessSetting up a start-upStart-ups are big business in my area at the moment. Most generally seem to be tradies, making their way up here following the house 11 Nov 02:20 AM
BusinessDo your sums for tax credit top-upI am nearing retirement and working part-time. I have paid off my mortgage and I am using KiwiSaver to help me save a bit extra for 11 Nov 02:11 AM
BusinessAwards triumph for communityI would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who were involved in this year's Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards 09 Nov 12:56 AM
BusinessHigh fashion has come to KaikoheAuckland couple Monique Lambermon and Mike Koshik-Kanji have transplanted their big city clothing and design business to the Mid North 09 Nov 12:54 AM
BusinessOutlet opening on trackNorthland's newest McDonald's restaurant is on track for completion before Christmas. The restaurant is being built on the corner 09 Nov 12:51 AM
BusinessASB plans regional centre in WhangareiASB will open a new Northland regional centre in central Whangarei in late 2017. The new, purpose-built 700 square metre facility 09 Nov 12:45 AM
Northern AdvocateCity's house prices climb $11k in monthAverage house prices in Whangarei have increased by nearly $11,000 in a month.08 Nov 07:00 PM
Northern AdvocateOutta here! Why many want to quit cityAlmost two-thirds of Aucklanders who don't own their own homes plan to buy their first homes outside the city.07 Nov 12:21 AM
BusinessBusiness plans vitalWhen was the last time you sat down and drew up a business plan for the future? Especially in busy times, it can be hard to find 03 Nov 11:45 PM
BusinessAdvice for successful property investmentLow interest rates and rapidly rising property prices are driving investors to property investment. Many would-be property investors 03 Nov 11:42 PM
BusinessKiwiSaver: Check rules for first home buyersI have just finished my studies and I am now in my first job here in NZ. I have permanent residence and have never owned any property 03 Nov 11:37 PM
Northern AdvocatePower users get $5.9m payoutMore than 31,000 Far North power users will get an early Christmas present on their next power bill - a lines charge discount from 02 Nov 07:30 PM
BusinessA hunger for hard work drives ownerBusy, busy, busy with a sprinkle of dedication and passion is how Nicole Grant describes the journey to get her new cafe up and running 01 Nov 11:43 PM
BusinessContractor good for NorthlandThe Northern Advocate Business Hall of Fame inductee for 2016 is Jack Guy in recognition of his contribution to Northland business. He 01 Nov 11:35 PM
BusinessTyre business creates points of differenceA business culture based on trust, positive thinking, service and a unique fundraising initiative has proven a winning formula for 01 Nov 11:31 PM
BusinessWaipapa Pine leads awardsNorthland businesses, large and small, were celebrated once again at this year's Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards. The 01 Nov 11:27 PM
BusinessDeflation could catch savers in big squeezeNew Zealand's rate of inflation continues to be low, even though our economy is growing. Lower petrol prices, cheaper airfares and 28 Oct 12:24 AM
BusinessMove to self employedOver the last year more people seem to be making the move to self employed. There's a number of reasons why this might happen. I've 28 Oct 12:21 AM
BusinessKiwiSaver: Contribution can come from payAs part of a city-council restructure, staff who didn't lose their jobs are being told that the employer's (council) KiwiSaver 28 Oct 12:18 AM
