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Kūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader says

Plans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.

Insulation rule changes could cut $15k from new build costs

Northland builders welcome changes to insulation rules, easing building costs.

Consumer NZ calls for action on 'shrinkflation' amid rising concerns

Consumer NZ urges transparency from businesses regarding shrinkflation.

'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmers

Federated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.

Landlord fined after renting home 'unfit for human habitation' to sister-in-law

Investigators found visible mould and electrical cables outside the house.

Property Insider: $120m Wiri sale; Ryman's sinking village buildings; opposition to Bay of Islands marina

OPINION: What will a big Australian investor do with its new $120m Wiri property?

The $80m blackout: How a pylon error plunged Northland into darkness

The power outage cost Northland businesses between $37.5 million and $80 million.

Dargaville water crisis: Businesses face losses and residents raise health concerns

Repair work will take time as Dargaville's 5000 residents asked to stop using water.

KiwiSaver changes 'a burden' for small businesses and self-employed

Wonky Box's Angus Simms says KiwiSaver changes will affect cashflow.

'Mission critical': Business leaders push for inclusion as NZ demographics evolve

More than 80 business leaders met at Waitangi to discuss workplace inclusion.

'Growing fast': Green light for project set to unlock 3000 homes, supermarket

The project aims to unlock land for up to 3000 homes and a new supermarket in Whangārei.

Jonny Wilkinson: The systemic barriers failing disabled New Zealanders

OPINION: NZ's disabled face healthcare crisis amid staff shortages.

Revealed: The three regions where some Sky viewers need extra help, possible new dishes for satellite switch

Sky TV outlines what customers need to do ahead of satellite switchover in mid-April.

Northland set to lose $70m tomato project to Waikato

Glasshouse will relocate to Waikato for a new CO2 supply after Marsden Point closure.

Olivado liquidation: Seeka boss explains why they bought the company

New boss hopes to keep jobs, liquidator says claims still coming in.

Torpedo7’s new owners reveal major shake-up for retailer

Some stores to be closed while others will be rebranded under new name.

Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi

Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report

Meridian says Ruakākā solar farm will power half of Northland’s homes

Meridian Energy will proceed with its planned $226m solar farm near Whangārei.