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Not guilty pleas were entered through lawyers.
Vector hires advisers for strategic review of fibre business
Auckland's Vector has appointed Barrenjoey to review its fibre business,
First look at controversial Bay of Islands marina plans
Fast-tracking sought by companies owned by multimillionaires Craig Heatley, Leigh Hopper.
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Private hospitals attract specialists with higher salaries, causing public staff loss.
Hundreds of blood tests lost in transit between Wellington and Auckland
It comes as Awanui considers processing Auckland tests in Wellington permanently.
Born to be bad: George Thorogood on black influence, white critics and singing the blues
Mike Thorpe speaks to the music legend and his 50-year career ahead of his NZ gigs.
Promising pair representing Autridge in sentimental contest
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‘Addicted to spending’: Ratepayers fight ‘wicked’ 12% rates rise
The mayor says the council has already found millions of dollars in savings.
New mobile phone plan for kids: Spark's move a 'great step' but will it protect children?
It comes after PM Luxon said Cabinet would consider banning social media for under-16s.
'Fans will be fans': Ioane on joining Leinster amid Irish rivalry
All Blacks centre well aware he won't be an instant fan favourite in Ireland.
'Significant cost': Cyber attacks cost Kiwis $1.6b last year
More than half of Kiwis were targeted in the final six months of 2024.
The hunt for equity: Kiwi expats wanted
Christopher Luxon met key investment fund leaders in London recently.
Gisborne advances plan for Regional Response Team in emergencies
The council says the team will cost less than $10 per property per year for ratepayers.
NZX chief sees rising interest as Govt eases capital market rules
The NZ capital market faces challenges, but NZX says reform will bring improvements.
The complex battle against misinformation in NZ vaccination efforts
Childhood immunisation rates in NZ have reached a three-year high of 80.2%.
Watercare spends $11m on consultants for delayed $1.12b project
Some works are significantly behind schedule, the Watercare board heard.
'Can’t communicate with them': Kids with behavioural issues 'swamping classrooms'
Screen time and Covid are blamed for rising behavioural issues in schools.
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IT manager claims sacking unlawful - One NZ says redundancy process was followed.
Mark Peterson: Why councils should embrace asset recycling for growth
Councils are more than just rubbish, roads and rates. They play a more important role.
The hunt for equity: 'Euphoria' at Tainui deal
Grant Bradley looks at the hot sectors that were promoted at the infrastructure summit.
Jim McElwain: Realise assets to fund more infrastructure
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Why global investors are eyeing New Zealand
Global instability's opened a window for NZ to pitch itself as a safe haven for investors.
The hunt for equity: New Zealand's race to space
The space sector added $2.47 billion to the economy in the 2023-24 financial year.
The hunt for equity: NZ pushes for renewable investment
Grant Bradley looks at the hot sectors that were promoted at the infrastructure summit.
Govt appoints high-powered group to guide Invest NZ's set-up
The group will help design a system to match investors with opportunities.
Opinion: NZ's strategic edge in a tumultuous global market
OPINION: Trade tensions are reshaping how investors deploy capital.
Managing funds paves the way for strong growth
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'Passionate hunters': Youth gear up for game bird adventures
Young game bird hunters win a weekend of hunting experiences and skill-building.
Kāinga Ora appears not to care about mistreated dogs - neighbour
Three dogs in Bucklands Beach were seized and euthanised because of neglect.
'Investigation cannot be compromised': Top cop accepts McSkimming resignation 'raises questions'
Allegations Police found pornographic material on McSkimming's work computer.
'Major frustration': Auckland Transport under fire for poor communication
A report highlights out-of-date systems and failure to advise passengers about disruptions
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