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
BusinessFloating restaurant for saleThe Bay of Islands' sole dinner cruise provider is for sale. After 20 years of operation, the family-run business Darryl's Dinner 25 Oct 11:49 PM
BusinessTony Collins: 'Tis the season to be preparedNot even those of us who live in a permanent state of denial cannot fail to notice that the holiday season is fast approaching, some 25 Oct 11:46 PM
BusinessTikipunga shop matches big guysA liquor store in Tikipunga has achieved a significant industry milestone. Liquorland Tikipunga has been named regional winner in 25 Oct 11:42 PM
BusinessMulti-faceted hobby a real winnerGemstone faceter Cyril Wallis has been awarded a silver medal in the Australian Faceting Guild's annual competition. The industrial 25 Oct 11:38 PM
Northern AdvocateDodgy house selling for $500,000A family forced to abandon their Whangarei rental after it was deemed "dangerous" were shocked to see the property listed for sale for half a million dollars.23 Oct 09:30 PM
BusinessChanges hit ownersWe recently moved closer to the city, from a lifestyle block about 25 minutes south of Whangarei. My wife and I - and more recently 21 Oct 02:29 AM
BusinessNo perfect solution for protecting assetsThe more wealth you acquire, the more important it becomes to look at how your significant assets such as your home, investments and 21 Oct 02:25 AM
BusinessKiwiSaver: Contributions go on until fifth yearI would be grateful if you could clarify something for me. I have been in KiwiSaver for three years and will be 65 in March next year21 Oct 02:19 AM
Northern AdvocateGot a spare $2.3m? Buy a coastal wineryThe long-time owners of Sailfish Cove, who are looking at retirement, are selling up the 12ha property where they first planted grapes back in 1995.19 Oct 01:30 AM
Northern AdvocateOnline fitness business expands globallyCarolyn Hansen has no plans to retire. In her mid-60s, Ms Hansen has had a lifelong career in fitness and gym ownership in Whangarei 18 Oct 10:00 PM
Northern AdvocateCrackdown on freedom camping comingThe tourism industry and other groups are tackling freedom campers messing up popular tourism spots17 Oct 08:59 PM
Northern AdvocateOil explorer pulls out of NorthlandNorway's Statoil has abandoned its hunt for oil off Northland after finding no traces hydrocarbons.13 Oct 05:00 PM
BusinessMentors needed: You too can helpIf you have been a business owner or involved in business for more than a few years, there is a good chance you have developed a whole 11 Oct 10:45 PM
BusinessWaipapa Autocourt changes handsWaipapa Autocourt has changed hands. Although under new ownership, it has retained existing staff members Merv Foley and Pete Herbert11 Oct 10:42 PM
BusinessNew car winner driven to help othersNancy Sjoberg thought a phone call telling her she had won a brand new car was a hoax. It wasn't. The 92-year-old Onerahi resident 11 Oct 10:30 PM
BusinessNorthpower STAR of awardsNorthpower has received the Supreme Award - Best Safety Culture for its safety leadership programme at the 2016 Transpower STAR Awards 11 Oct 10:27 PM
Northern AdvocateDeport employers 'ripping off workers'Winston Peters is calling for immigrant employers caught underpaying workers or forcing them to work long hours to be deported.10 Oct 09:20 PM
Northern AdvocateHospice opens larger processing centreNorthlanders' generosity is overflowing -- so much so a new processing centre and outlet shop for donated items to hospice has opened. The 10 Oct 07:30 PM
BusinessPay early for savingsSometimes, no matter how much money I tell a client they've made, the issue that rests on their minds immediately is the amount of 07 Oct 12:47 AM
BusinessTime frame an important factor in investmentsIt's about time, or, to be more precise, it's mostly about time. That is the answer to the question on most investors' lips, which 07 Oct 12:43 AM
