BusinessRaft of changes to consumer law introducedMeasures to give regulators stronger powers to control potentially dangerous goods like laser pointers are among a suite of changes to consumer law introduced today by Consumer Affairs Minister John Boscawen.16 Mar 01:42 AM
RugbyRugby: Provincial salary cap stays despite watchdog's moveThe salary cap that governs the wages paid to ITM Cup players will not be thrown out despite a Commerce Commission ruling.09 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandOnline travel 'discounts' not always cheaperTravel websites anger travellers with their 'discounted' hotel rates.05 Mar 04:30 PM
EconomyReward for turning off in power crisesCustomers will be paid a weekly bonus in bid to keep electricity retailers in check03 Mar 04:30 PM
EconomyCarter rules out intervention on milk pricesAgriculture Minister David Carter has ruled out government intervention to keep milk prices down, saying high international prices will benefit the New Zealand economy.21 Feb 01:00 AM
RetailBookstores beef up security in face of furyExtra security has been hired for Borders and Whitcoulls stores as staff face aggressive customers angry about conditions placed on redeeming gift vouchers.18 Feb 04:30 PM
Small BusinessFans to find out about RWC final ticketsRugby fans from around the world will find out on Monday whether they have secured tickets to the semisand final of the Rugby World Cup in the third phase of the ticket balloting system.11 Feb 01:05 AM
Technology<i>Anthony Doesburg</i>: Mobile charges a heartbreakerCheaper calls may be at hand, but you'll probably still need two phones to get the best deals.06 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionJohn Drinnan<i>Media</i>: Broadcasters eye last chance to stop SkyThe Government and Sky Television are both dismissing the need for regulation of video content. 03 Feb 04:30 PM
ConstructionCrane releases accounts early, sees higher earningsCrane Group, the Australian building supplies company New Zealand's Fletcher Building is trying to take over, says its interim net profit will be up 17 per cent on last year.21 Jan 01:45 AM
TelecommunicationsTelecom rival implicated in security breachThe Privacy Commissioner is to investigate a security breach that has revealed personal details of every Telecom customer.15 Jan 04:30 PM
