New ZealandSchools demand backhandersA school uniform supplier says her company was asked to supply two vans to a college in order to get their business. 'Sweeteners' given to schools by suppliers ranged from scholarships to $30K worth of sports gear.14 Apr 05:30 PM
TelecommunicationsMobile phone users switch for cheaper callsPeople are swapping cellphone companies for cheaper calls and fixed line for better broadband, says the Commerce Commission. 11 Apr 10:45 PM
Media and marketingGovernment supports Sky's 'market' solution to internet TV concerns21 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDTelecommunicationsSeparate regulation of broadcasters, telcos 'antiquated', says MediaWorks boss21 Feb 12:30 AM
BusinessMisleading product labels are being whitewashed 'green'Eco-friendly labels are becoming more ubiquitous, but they may be misleading.28 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandTrue Grit: Richie McCawAll Black captain Richie McCaw embodied determination in the face of adversity for a nation hit by misfortune.10 Dec 12:44 AM
ManufacturingCarpetmaker says court decision may push it offshoreA High Court decision backing the Commerce Commission may mean a move to do more manufacturing overseas, says carpet maker Godfrey Hirst.23 Nov 09:45 PM
TelecommunicationsVodafone fined $82,000 for another consumer law breachMobile phone giant Vodafone has been fined $81,900 in the Auckland District Court this morning for misleading customers over its "$1 a day" mobile internet plan.21 Nov 12:50 AM
Small BusinessRetail store wars move onlineOutrage over the price of All Blacks jerseys was just the latest sign of how internet buying has changed the retail game, reports Karyn Scherer.13 Oct 04:30 PM