Over the past four weeks, we have looked at the main issue around forecasting and whether we can predict a boom or a bust, writes Alan Clarke But, what about next week ?

Every year, our letters are met with surprise. "Do I really have to keep all my records for seven years?" They ask me this like they hope the rule has changed, writes Jeremy Tauri.

Eat Streat businesses have become the meat in the sandwich of a contractual dispute which has led to the controls for their new retractable awnings being confiscated.

Next season's forecasted low milk price will not just hurt dairy farmers but will be felt across the community, says a Reporoa farmer.

From today the businesses formerly known as APN NZ, TRN and GrabOne are unifying their print, radio, digital and e-commerce brands under one new, overarching brand, NZME.

PlaceMakers Rotorua is shutting up shop, leaving the future of 11 staff members up in the air.

I've been surprised at the number of people who say they don't want National's proposed tax cut, writes Jeremy Tauri.

Capital gains tax is a big topic of debate at the moment, although David Cunliffe's Labour camp may want to forget his policy fumble in the recent debate.

Small businesses in the Bay of Plenty are tracking the most significant growth in the country, as national revenue growth hits its highest level in five years.

Between $700,000 and $800,000 in additional cash will be injected into promoting Rotorua for the next few years under a new tourism initiative.

A Rotorua game developer hopes her new creation will reignite the popularity of "God games" for smartphone and computer players.

A dozen jobs will be created in Rotorua when one of the world's biggest franchises arrives in the city.

The couple behind one of Rotorua's newest ventures say the idea was inspired by their fashion designer daughter and her vision for the city.

There was much anticipation and excitement with regard to the naming of this year's Westpac Business Excellence awards finalists on Friday.

Extended hours, extra staff, more space, more equipment, more food ... just a few of the factors Rotorua businesses need to consider in cranking up services for Crankworx.

A positive attitude, clear vision and dedication to providing excellent service is the key to success, leading local businesses say.

Eighteen or nineteen years ago, I couldn't really see past each week that I received the unemployment benefit.

The Christchurch rebuild has helped the economy but it could slow very quickly when the rebuild comes

They may be more used to dealing with cash and customers but a group of Rotorua BNZ staff have swapped the money for shovels.

An $18.5 million-dollar hotel development has been unveiled for Rotorua.

At this year’s Rotorua Hospitality Awards, Capers Epicurean was named Outstanding Cafe. We talked to owner Gregg Brown