'Any cut-back now is not good': Forestry slump could hurt future biofuel supply
New data shows a sharp decline in new forest plantings in New Zealand.
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Watchdog delays $116m Serato deal decision for sixth time after DJ software firm tries new arguments
Are founders being denied an exit, the chance to fund other start-ups? Opponent says no.
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Changes will allow foreigners to buy build-to-rent land here.
Property Insider: 25-level LynnMall tower details out; Westgate food hub rises
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Massive $458m property deal planned: Vero Centre to be sold
Overseas Investment Office approval needed, buyer's identity remains unknown.
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Project Kea can buy Canterbury land for giant rubbish recycling plant
Two ministers signed off on the land deal for the project, opposed by some locals.
$2.2 billion Wētā Digital deal described as terrible for Unity
The collapse of a $2.2b deal for VFX software leaves Wellywood more powerful than ever.
'Unprecedented' - Ikea reveals huge $407m spend in New Zealand
The investment is 'significant and indicates the long-term commitment to New Zealand'.
Govt opening door for more foreign buyers to purchase NZ farmland: Labour
'It’s a major concern, we’re a sovereign country we need to ensure we control our future.'
BlackRock-managed partnership wins consent for $110m Auckland land deal
LINZ also announced changes to how applications would be handled, effective from today.
Cow-abunga: American surf park developer buying Dairy Flat cattle farm
Perfect waves, incredible experiences for surfers, families and kids envisaged at park.
Holiday turnaround: Australian chain gets holiday park lease
Lease is for 48 years, land is classified as sensitive, across the road from beach.
$1.4b sale: Singaporeans want to quit five NZ malls
A non-management stake in five NZ malls with $2.37b annual sales is on the market.
Where new supermarkets have opened and might rise soon
Where are new stores opening? One store shut in Flaxmere but that's been eclipsed.
Two ministers clear giant $96m Hamilton purchase, new hub planned
Big new commercial hub and logistics centre is planned.
Dark centres, bright future: Goodman Property Trust eyes expansion
'Investment in data centres is a big deal around the world but not in New Zealand': CEO.
Watch: NZ's most expensive office block topped off, sale deal struck
'The work-from-home thing is not working any more for businesses.'
Murder on the dancefloor? Watchdog could kill $113m DJ software deal
The Commerce Commission has issued an unusually pointed update.
Ikea’s first NZ store: Watch drone footage
About 500 piles have now been driven 40-50m deep across the site, an executive says.
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Potential battle brewing over foreign investment
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Malaysian company fined after $50m Parnell land splurge
Business cops penalty and hopes to start building terraced apartments next year.
$100m-plus funeral/burial sector deal wins consent
The vendor has national operations in the funeral sector and is listed on the ASX.
Through the mill: $11m 'fire sale' for closed Tasman paper plant
About 160 workers were made redundant when the mill closed in 2021.
'All smiles': Pan Pac’s Napier plant reaches milestone in $280m cyclone recovery
Chip mill restarted, 120ha forest purchased.
Failed house-buyer loses bankruptcy strikeout in $756k dispute
Warnings for would-be buyers who renege.
Top law firm cautioned after ‘workaround’ advice led to foreign investment law breaches
The foreign investment watchdog said it was concerned by the law firm's approach.
'Very privileged': New York tax fraudster forced to sell luxury Kiwi vineyard
A judge said it was unfortunate Rath had 'crossed a line' by engaging in illegal activity.
‘All but die’: US firm questions Kiwi tech's $113m offshore sale, OIO again delays decision
The Commerce Commission is also looking into the deal.
Roger Partridge: Seeking Ireland’s secrets
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