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<i>Liam Dann</i>: It's about ordinary investors
The Hanover investors who grudgingly voted for the Allied Farmers deal probably haven't had time to digest the contents of the capital markets report.
<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: A new year, and a new game
John Key is promising senior business leaders that 2010 will be a 'game-changer'.
<i>Anthony Doesburg:</i> Google makes messaging even more instant
If you're not a fan of instant messaging (IM), you're going to hate a new PC-based communication tool under development by Google.
<i>Jane Diplock:</i> Much to consider for Hanover investors
In a rare move, Securities Commission chairwoman Jane Diplock gives her views on the decision facing Hanover Finance debenture holders.
<i>Anthony Doesburg:</i> Cellphone newcomer playing a waiting game
Anyone waiting for cellular network newcomer 2degrees to add on-account services to the prepaid plans it launched at the start of August shouldn't hold their breath.
<i>Yoke Har Lee:</i> From baby steps to international sales
Yes, shoe manufacturing in New Zealand can still be a viable business.
<i>Media:</i> TVNZ happy to let Henry critics rage
Everybody is having a crack at Paul Henry for his publicity stunt saying Susan Boyle was retarded.
<i>Brian Fallow</i>: Tinkering won't fix creaking tax system
The tax system has deteriorated beyond the point where tinkering and tweaking are enough, was the message this week.