
Businesses also need to plan
No region in New Zealand is exempt from major natural disaster events whether they be seismic, meteorological or some other form. Civil
No region in New Zealand is exempt from major natural disaster events whether they be seismic, meteorological or some other form. Civil
The next big thing in community connectivity could be set to take off from little ol' Whangarei. Hive, a job-matching enterprise
Jetstar's regional operations could boost the economy of four centres it serves by about $40 million a year, according to Infometrics
Businesses in Whangarei's CBD are playing musical chairs for cheaper, flexible leases amid a stagnant retail sector as 43 premises
Gold, silver and diamonds are in Emma Hill's blood.
Falling interest rates are prompting investors to look elsewhere for returns, and, with the uncertainties of the share market, property
A new survey by MYOB shows that 44 per cent of small-to-medium business owners say they do not think the education system gives students
My provider is not really helping me with my KiwiSaver. I spoke to my friends, they are with different providers but they have the
Changes to flight times from Whangarei to Auckland return are disrupting commuters.
Bill Heywood loves to work. Talk of retirement is not on his radar. But the 79-year-old cabinetmaker with more than 50 years of experience
A well-established feijoa orchard located on the fertile volcanic soils of Northland's Kerikeri is on the market. Nurturing the Far
People who find themselves suddenly having to make significant investment decisions often feel overwhelmed, confused, or even afraid
Start-ups are big business in my area at the moment. Most generally seem to be tradies, making their way up here following the house
I am nearing retirement and working part-time. I have paid off my mortgage and I am using KiwiSaver to help me save a bit extra for
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who were involved in this year's Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards
Auckland couple Monique Lambermon and Mike Koshik-Kanji have transplanted their big city clothing and design business to the Mid North
Northland's newest McDonald's restaurant is on track for completion before Christmas. The restaurant is being built on the corner
ASB will open a new Northland regional centre in central Whangarei in late 2017. The new, purpose-built 700 square metre facility
When was the last time you sat down and drew up a business plan for the future? Especially in busy times, it can be hard to find
Low interest rates and rapidly rising property prices are driving investors to property investment. Many would-be property investors
I have just finished my studies and I am now in my first job here in NZ. I have permanent residence and have never owned any property
More than 31,000 Far North power users will get an early Christmas present on their next power bill - a lines charge discount from
Busy, busy, busy with a sprinkle of dedication and passion is how Nicole Grant describes the journey to get her new cafe up and running
The Northern Advocate Business Hall of Fame inductee for 2016 is Jack Guy in recognition of his contribution to Northland business. He
A business culture based on trust, positive thinking, service and a unique fundraising initiative has proven a winning formula for
Northland businesses, large and small, were celebrated once again at this year's Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards. The
New Zealand's rate of inflation continues to be low, even though our economy is growing. Lower petrol prices, cheaper airfares and
Over the last year more people seem to be making the move to self employed. There's a number of reasons why this might happen. I've
As part of a city-council restructure, staff who didn't lose their jobs are being told that the employer's (council) KiwiSaver
The Bay of Islands' sole dinner cruise provider is for sale. After 20 years of operation, the family-run business Darryl's Dinner