OpinionSimon Bridges: Turning disadvantage to advantageOPINION: We have at least five reasons for optimism.06 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBusiness owner in debt, struggling with health as shop hidden behind CRL dust, dirt, noiseA review of the City Rail Link's hardship fund has provided nothing for Jenni.08 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDo young people leave school with basic skills for work? No, say employersAn employer asked an apprentice to sweep the workspace. They said no and phoned their dad.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice response to Ferry Building attack lambasted as 'entirely inadequate'Footage shows victim being punched, kicked and stomped while lying motionless on ground.18 May 06:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Bridges: Rebuilding our highways for tomorrow’s needsOPINION: 'We need to be far less cost-averse in our thinking about infrastructure.'26 Feb 05:23 PM
New ZealandPM on Wayne Brown, Three Waters: Rates will rise if NZ fails to tackle infrastructureThe meeting was billed as a be a polite and friendly get-to-know you event.19 Oct 10:48 PM
Small BusinessSimon Bridges' new job as Auckland business boss confirmedHe replaces Michael Barnett in the role.19 May 07:03 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The high-profile job Simon Bridges quit Parliament forBridges has been tight-lipped about his role since announcing he was leaving Parliament.29 Apr 05:00 PM
BusinessHospitality 'left to die' with exclusion from voucher package - bar ownerThe owner of The Shakespeare says hospo is on the brink.01 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSigh of relief at Government's economic package for Auckland businessGovernment economic package is a welcome relief for anxious owners.22 Oct 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomy'Ugly' new survey captures Auckland business despairMore than 20 per cent of Auckland SME's said they didn't expect their business to survive.21 Oct 04:24 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Auckland business abandoned and ignoredAuckland business feels marginalised and frustrated by lack of Government support.12 Oct 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentBusinesses calls for mandatory vaccine passportsVaccine passports should be mandatory, says business associations.06 Oct 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Lockdown call signals longer grind for economyWhile changes mean more freedom for families they offer no fresh hope for business - yet.04 Oct 05:20 AM
BusinessBusiness groups: Keeping Auckland border shut 'not an option'Those with double jab and negative test should be allowed to travel, business groups say.01 Oct 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentExhausted execs: Warning signs you're heading for burnoutBusiness leaders are at risk of burnout because of increased workloads due to Covid-19.26 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall Business6000 workers needed - new survey reveals 'desperation' of Auckland firmsA survey of Auckland Chamber of Commerce members reveals extreme shortage of workers.28 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinion'Where's the exit from the Covid elimination highway?'Opinion: 'We need more than a dribble of people in the growing list of needed skills.'13 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Devastating': Worker shortage causes crisis - employers plead for helpKiwi business owners say New Zealand's labour shortage has reached crisis point.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Queen City feels the pain - and it hurtsAuckland's CBD is being battered by border closure, infrastructure work and social change.05 Mar 04:25 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWhat the latest lockdown could cost NZ economySacrifice being concentrated in a few key areas.01 Mar 04:35 AM
New ZealandNZ hotels struggle through 'peak' summer seasonHotels are limping through summer with average bookings half that of last year.12 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandAmerica's Cup: Holding next regatta overseas would be 'slap in the face'Kiwis expect a successful Team NZ to defend the Cup in NZ.12 Feb 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMichael Barnett: As the US rejoins the real world it's our job to engageOpinion: New US administration can renew ways to live, work, trade and engage with NZ.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBarber shops shut in Auckland CBD - 'blame Mayor Goff'Barber shop directs complaints to Phil Goff after closing three stores.17 Nov 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessWhat business wants from the next government - and what it expectsResigned to a center- left Government, business groups still hope to influence policy.17 Oct 06:32 AM
New ZealandTraffic chaos: North Shore bus services to close from 9pm tonightWarning that those relying on buses between city and North Shore could be stranded tonight22 Sep 04:01 AM
New ZealandBeat the traffic: Passengers turn to ferries to escape the nightmare on the bridgeFerry numbers almost doubled yesterday as Aucklanders look for ways to beat the traffic.22 Sep 02:25 AM
PoliticsAuckland Harbour Bridge: Transport boss' warning as damage revealedFirst it was Covid, now a linchpin of Auckland's transport system will keep workers home.19 Sep 05:00 PM
BusinessCoco's Cantina owner wants limit on number of Auckland restaurantsFood lovers are spoilt for choice. But one owner wants fewer restaurant licences issued.18 Sep 01:35 AM
BusinessWhy do councils still own mega-dollar assets?Councils owning valuable assets is a 100-year-old concept, Michael Barnett says.03 Sep 03:00 AM
BusinessMichael Barnett calls for Auckland to move to level 1.5Michael Barnett says extension of level 3 would have dire impacts for some Auckland firms.23 Aug 08:34 PM
BusinessFresh Covid-19 outbreak: 'Tell us the plan', says business bossA 'destructive and confusing' development for thousands of already-fragile businesses.11 Aug 06:35 PM
New ZealandWatch: Auckland mall owner calls Jacinda Ardern's comments 'insulting'A number of small businesses have appeared before the committee at Parliament today.27 Apr 09:29 PM