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Ben Kepes: Why the Three Waters Reform makes sense for the regions

The reforms will ensure greater uniformity, writes Ben Kepes.

PGG Wrightson profit up 33 per cent, debt plummets

PGG Wrightson has just posted a 33 per cent increase in its annual operating result.

Howl of a protest II: Groundswell plans larger action

Event to be "of a scale and impact that will be significant in New Zealand's history".

Companies fined $357,500: Quad bike 'not fit for use' before fatal accident

The bike's brakes, steering, suspension and bumper were in need of servicing or repair.

A2 Milk surges on takeover rumours

Investors looked through Contact's result.

MPI's $95K helps launch new pumpkin 'milk alternative'

NZ is one of the largest exporters of kabocha, a type of squash, to parts of Asia.

Australian media reports Nestlé eyeing A2 Milk takeover

Swiss milk product giant Nestlé is reportedly keeping a close eye on the company.

Lewis Road Creamery melts down Kiwi classic for latest flavour

Lewis Road Creamery is looking to pull in hokey pokey fans.

Extend visas for trapped immigrant workers - NZIER Economist

Peter Wilson says falls in unemployment reassure that immigrants contribute to economy.

The forgotten Pacific talent: RSE workers on life in a Hawke's Bay winter

In the August depths, a small group RSE workers shoulder a burden, and make a discovery.

Dairy prices fall for eighth consecutive time

Whole milk powder falls 3.8 per cent for second successive event.

A feast of urban broadband but rural internet a 'stale donut'

MBIE's latest official stats reveal a rollout of two halves.

Huge spike in EV sales as feebate kicks in

Chips shortages cause delivery delays, but 2021 sales break records regardless.

Genesis and Tilt partner in new 75MW Northland wind farm

Genesis says Northland wind farm another step towards more renewable generation.

Cavalier goes back to its roots in war against synthetics

NZX-listed Cavalier has gone back to making wholly woollen carpets.

Apple giant to create 150 new permanent roles

Despite hiring close to a 1000 Kiwis in place of RSE workers, they were still 300 short.