Northern AdvocateTourism spend tops $1b in NorthlandEarnings from Northland's booming tourism industry have topped $1 billion a year for the first time with a noticeable increase in 06 Dec 07:40 PM
BusinessMedia merger: Facebook citedNew Zealand's media landscape is "massively changing", the Commerce Commission's public conference into the proposed merger of NZME and Fairfax has heard.05 Dec 09:34 PM
BusinessBe prepared for those financial disastersThere's nothing like a week of earthquakes, floods and gales to make you realise the importance of being prepared for disaster. It's 02 Dec 02:35 AM
BusinessHelping the kids with moneyI have recently become a father for the second time so kids are top of mind for me. I know a lot of parents are keen to help their 02 Dec 02:32 AM
BusinessMaking a choice on KiwisaverI work in the building industry and I've been a member of KiwiSaver since 2007. Three years ago I put up my contribution level to 02 Dec 02:29 AM
BusinessPositive pharmacy team recognisedThe energy rule, a positive vibe and a family comes first approach is credited with bringing success to a Whangarei pharmacy. Unichem 29 Nov 10:21 PM
BusinessNorthlander promotes loyalty toolIf you've had dealings with a customer helpdesk or made a purchase from a nationwide retail store recently you may recall a follow-up 29 Nov 10:18 PM
Northern AdvocateDrug lord's former house back on marketThe waterfront mansion built for Mr Asia has been listed for sale with an asking price of $6.9 million.29 Nov 10:06 PM
BusinessEasy living more ways than oneIt's Anne Thomas' first time owning a retail business. In the past she was involved in residential property development in Auckland29 Nov 10:00 PM
BusinessFund set to buy Farmers retail buildingThe imminent purchase of landmark central city property signals a show of confidence in the Whangarei economy. Pacific Property Fund29 Nov 09:57 PM
BusinessDisillusioned middle class behind Trump, BrexitThis year has had its share of surprises. Brexit and Trump have both caught the world unawares and, although both the Brexit referendum 25 Nov 02:35 AM
BusinessApps make life easierOften I'm asked about ways to make business life easier. Improving processes are always a good start for those who want to sharpen 25 Nov 02:30 AM
BusinessKiwiSaver can't be used for loansI finished university in 2014 and I've been working fulltime since then and paying off my student loan. I am planning to go overseas 25 Nov 02:25 AM
Northern AdvocateNZ wine variety jumps from $30 to $600A Northland wine that once sold for $30 a bottle has jumped to $598 per bottle thanks to its popularity with the Chinese market.24 Nov 11:02 PM
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
