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Hani Sipu’s journey: Life in Australia’s outback to create a better future for her whānau

Kiwi nurse Hani Sipu shares her journey from Kaitāia to Ngukurr as a remote area nurse in Australia’s outback. Video / Carson Bluck

Ten most valuable deals by foreigners trading NZ assets in latest year

Value of deals in 2024 was less than half the value of those the previous year.

'Significant milestone for many Kiwis': Oceania Healthcare CEO Suzanne Dvorak

The workforce is predominantly female which is reflected in the company's leadership.

Flatpacked and ready: Ikea warehouse opened today

Goods to be shipped from China and Malaysia mainly, but also other parts of the world.

Spotless NZ businesses sold in cleaning, catering shakeup

Clients include a major stadium and some of the country's most prestigious schools.

Retirement village vacancies rise: Ryman's chairman Dean Hamilton explains

Opening three new hospital buildings in Auckland and Hastings pushed up vacancies.

Ryman result: Australasian business has 1156 empty retirement homes

A new phenomenon: increasing vacancies being declared in our retirement villages.

Buyers shun retirement village luxury: 69% unsold despite chauffeur, executive chef

What does new Australian-born CEO Suzanne Dvorak have to say about the lack of sales?

Westgate's traffic 'disaster': Owner to square off with council in court

Mark Gunton plans robust appeal to traffic decision.

Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?

Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.

Colossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store planned

Vast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.

Property Insider: 'Terrific time to look at NZ' for $1.6b investor

Big investor says New Zealand has compelling opportunities.

Retail crime in NZ hinders Michael Hill result

Michael Hill has posted a disappointing result after tough year of local retail crime.

Casino doors shut next week: What happens to 700 SkyCity Auckland staff?

Will staff be paid? Will they have to come to work still? Work shifts? What will they do?

Exploding liability: Fletcher paying $168m for Perth pipe disaster

Iplex will pay 80%, Western Australian Government to pay 20% to help homeowner victims.

Fletcher Building poised for announcement on leaky pipes

After complaints about pipes in Australia, company has been in mediation.