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PwC succession twist followed debate on management style

Financial Times: Decision to retire breaks convention of US leaders ascending the ranks.

Air NZ’s radical move to tackle long contact centre waiting times

The airline says call centre service levels are still not up to scratch.

Not sweet as: Weight-loss drugs a threat to snack-food sales

Financial Times: And alcohol companies could suffer up to 3pc volume declines in sales.

Sky TV mystery bidder: Three names in the frame

A key number could make Sky attractive to private equity buyers.

‘Your First Phone’ helps kids and parents navigate the risky world of mobile phones

Kids and cellphones - it’s not always so easy to know how to approach the topic.

Pressure goes on Fonterra's milk price after strong GDT auction

Dairy prices registered their fourth successive gain at this morning's GDT auction.

Māori land owner v Parnell townhouse owners in ground rent rise fight: Who won appeal case?

Annual ground rent shot from $740,000 to $1.3m, which townhouse owners decried.

Goldman chief David Solomon calls time on high-profile DJ gigs

Financial Times: CEO’s hobby has drawn attention, scrutiny from Wall Street group’s board.

News Corp break-up would unlock $12b in value, says activist Starboard

Financial Times: Activist wants Murdoch group to spin off property listings business.

Simplicity Living's biggest scheme: $225m Mt Wellington rental apartments

New business plans to develop 10,000 rental housing units nationally.

Market close: Fletcher Building shares plunge, dragging NZ market lower

The market didn't experience the jump that investors thought after the election result.

How Microsoft won tortuous battle to complete blockbuster Activision purchase

Financial Times: Microsoft’s 21-month battle is finally over.

Japan stock exchange adopts name and shame regime to boost corporate valuations

Financial Times: Plan to list groups will enhance investor scrutiny of laggards.

SkyCity boss resigns

Casino giant's CEO will step down after more than five years at company.

The Ex-Files: Buying property with a friend? How to avoid a bust-up

A legal agreement can protect both parties involved.

Lawyers complain about building WoF change, MBIE hits back

Lawyers v MBIE on building WoFs: what's behind dispute between the two?

Could EVs be the answer when the wind stops blowing?

Electric vehicles could end up benefiting the national power grid.

Mary Holm: It’s your funeral, so why not do it yourself?

OPINION: A DIY funeral could save you thousands of dollars.