PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Is gig work freedom or friction?OPINION: The Government is already moving to tighten up who an employee is.13 Jul 12:01 AM
Herald NOWUber drivers: Contractors or employees?Employment Law Expert, Jennifer Mills weighs in on Uber's fight over employment status in Wellington Supreme Court this week. Video / Herald NowWatch09 Jul 07:24 PM
Employment'Unrelenting': Unions tell Supreme Court Uber imposes 'intensive' control over driversThe Supreme Court is considering whether drivers are employees or contractors.09 Jul 04:53 AM
EmploymentUber grilled in Supreme Court on the status of its driversRuling has the potential to affect others in the gig economy.08 Jul 03:23 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail'The way of the future': How delivery apps are redefining supermarket shoppingSupermarkets like FreshChoice Epsom now stay open until 9pm for online orders.21 Jun 12:00 AM
LifestyleA tooth to a Christmas ham: The wildest things Kiwis have left in UbersThe data also revealed NZ's most forgetful city and the most commonly forgotten items.11 Jun 09:17 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBolt launches in Auckland, challenging UberEuropean ride-hailing firm says it will be cheaper than the opposition, with no surge pricing - at least at first. Video / Dean purcellWatch10 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyBolt launches in Auckland against Uber and DiDi: An early morning price testNewcomer says it will have no surge pricing – at least at launch.10 Jun 05:00 PM
World'Pro-family initiative': Trump's $1700 investment accounts for kidsCritics argue it benefits the affluent, amid planned cuts to essential social services.10 Jun 05:05 AM
CompaniesThe Kiwi entrepreneur transforming period care with Uber's supportLast year’s winner, Suraya O’Brien, scaled her business with a prize of almost $54,000.03 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismUber adds new ride option for Kiwis in Asia-Pacific firstUber Big Boot launches today in 11 New Zealand cities, offering 500L boot space.09 May 02:00 AM
BusinessFTC sues Uber, alleging it engaged in deceptive billing for Uber OneFTC accuses Uber of misleading customers and making Uber One cancellations hard.22 Apr 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailUber Eats NZ launches green packaging guide for restaurantsIt features a unique traffic light system which will rank partners on their packaging.10 Apr 01:01 AM
New Zealand'Difficult time': Police name Uber driver killed in Wellington motorway crashThe 72-year-old died at the scene of the two-car smash.01 Apr 01:52 AM
New ZealandUber driver killed in motorway crash with passenger onboardThe crash happened during what the union called the 'dangerous hours' for drivers.27 Mar 01:45 AM
Travel newsWhat NZ city has the worst Uber passenger rating?Who's on the naughty list, and who's on the nice?04 Dec 11:12 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Three-quarters of booze deliveries made without ID checksUltra-fast deliveries also raise fears of increased binge drinking and domestic violence.29 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraudA young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.28 Nov 10:00 PM
BusinessUber and Bolt unveil women-only service in ParisSexual assault or harassment claims against drivers prompt change.28 Nov 07:22 PM
BusinessWatch: My Waymo robotaxi ride - five things that struck meLiving in the future - where there's less driver chatter.24 Nov 01:00 AM
LifestyleIs Uber Eats coming to your town?More Kiwis will be able to order kai through Uber Eats.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessUber explored possible bid for Expedia in ‘super-app’ growth pushFinancial Times: Buying the travel website would be Uber's biggest deal.16 Oct 11:39 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUber’s next act: Taking on AmazonFinancial Times: Uber now couriers goods for many retailers. Is it trying to do too much?26 Sep 08:30 AM
EmploymentUber loses appeal - court rules drivers are employees, not contractorsGovernment reviews law defining 'employees' and 'contractors'.25 Aug 11:39 PM
EconomyUS indexes end with strong gains, rebounding from sell-offTraders seem to have shaken off a Blue Monday,06 Aug 10:39 PM
New Zealand'Ruined my life': Uber driver yet to tell wife he lost $18,000 in crypto scamAn Uber driver's savings for childcare and education was lost to a crypto scam.06 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUber and Lyft score victory in California gig economy caseFinancial Times: Ruling says ride-hailing services can treat workers as contractors.26 Jul 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeAlphabet revenue jumps, shows no sign of AI denting search businessFinancial Times: Cloud growth is hot as companies race to build large language models.24 Jul 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTeenage dream? Two students working on courier company that delivers packages in one hourTwo talented Hawke's Bay teens think they can plug a big gap in the market.15 Jul 01:35 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentGovt accused of undermining Uber drivers' battle for employee statusGovernment to review employee/contractor distinction while the law is tested in court.05 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessThefts of charging cables another obstacle to electric vehicles' appealThieves targeting US electric vehicle charging stations, intent on stealing copper.12 Jun 08:48 PM
Freight and logisticsConcerns Uber now has 'monopolistic' position after Ola ditches NZOla exits New Zealand, unions warn of rising Uber fares.24 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelPaternity tests, turtles and thongs: Uber reveals insane list of forgotten items'I left my rat skeleton in your Uber.'18 Apr 11:47 PM
WorldUS man kills Uber driver after scam calls target both of themWilliam Brock, 81, has been charged with murder and could face a life sentence.17 Apr 01:57 AM
