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‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in North

Ingka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.

'Kick in the guts': Resene workers walk off job in fight for living wage

Cars honked in support as a couple of hundred people gathered to protest outside Resene.

Staff at one of NZ's most well-known brands to strike, as community covers wages in 'rare display'

Union delegate says offer of an extra 76 cents per hour was a 'slap in the face'.

Simpler power bills, 'Rare Returns' for red meat, NZX takeover targets as Garth Bray talks business

Electricity Authority eyes standardised billing, limit on back-billing for small businesses and consumers; plus red meat sector returns masking challenges and takeover targets.

Company failures surge past 2024 levels as economic strain bites

Liquidations have reached 1974 this year and plenty more are expected.

Zipping along: Tourism firm named Rotorua's top business

The supreme winner's focus has been described as 'unwavering'.

Tip Top in top shape: CEO Ben Schurr celebrates the business' 90th year

Tip Top CEO Ben Schurr talks about celebrating 90 years, how the business has continued to invest, and how it's performed over a challenging year. Video / NZ Herald / Tip Top

'Something to hide': Retail NZ hits out as advice shows surcharge ban will raise prices

Ministry advice showed the ban will weaken competition and increase prices for consumers.

On The Up: Making strides - Northland teen's dog walking venture takes off

Kymani Exshaw started The Dogfather service in Kerikeri for local dogs.

Region's tourism operators make strong showing in national awards

Four businesses operating around Rotorua and Taupō are finalists in NZ Tourism Awards.

'Death knell': CBD retailers fear impact of one-way street idea

'Please listen to the people who have a vested interest in the heart of the city.'

Chris Bishop flags Northland housing crisis, expressway progress

Northland housing deprivation was a key issue for the minister "of nearly everything".

Keeping time alive: Waipawa couple’s clock shop keeps history ticking

Jim and Anne Greeff believe every tick tells a story of time.

BusinessDesk exclusive: Govt help for big businesses to switch away from gas

Business with 2degrees: Up to 20 big gas users could get govt help switching from gas, Contact Energy windfarm seeks fast-track, Kiwi science may fill ozone gap left by US.

'Blindsided': Former restaurant staff say they are owed $16,000

The restaurant's owner is in liquidation but it remains open as a new owner takes over.

'A clear lack of vision': Wellington’s businesses on how fix ‘stagnant’ city growth

They're calling for rates reform, a PR campaign to rebrand the city, and amalgamation.