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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.

Bar’s licence suspended over chalkboard promoting 2-for-1 drinks

The council argued it was a criminal offence to advertise the discounted drinks publicly.

Ministers agree to raise board members' pay ranges by up to 80%

The increase for Crown bodies comes as the Govt celebrates tax relief it has introduced.

Nāti Growth marketing mānuka honey products to UAE and Europe

Ngāti Porou's commercial arm has high ambitions for its new brand launch worldwide.

'Everyone's anxious about it': Slip adds uncertainty to Brynderwyns project

Another Brynderwyns slip has spiked concern about the prolonged impact on businesses.

String of leaders left Wellington Chamber of Commerce before CEO’s abrupt exit

CEO Simon Arcus resigned, effective immediately, on Friday afternoon.

Wellington Chamber of Commerce boss resigns abruptly

Simon Arcus has been the CEO of the Wellington Chamber and Business Central since 2021.

Seymour reckons banks are 'fairly taxed', expects Willis' work will find same

Finance Minister Nicola Willis won't rule out a major new levy on banks.

On The Up: McKay leads Samoa's green transport with solar-powered electric catamarans

The five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.