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<i>Jane Diplock:</i> Much to consider for Hanover investors
In a rare move, Securities Commission chairwoman Jane Diplock gives her views on the decision facing Hanover Finance debenture holders.
<i>Anthony Doesburg:</i> Cellphone newcomer playing a waiting game
Anyone waiting for cellular network newcomer 2degrees to add on-account services to the prepaid plans it launched at the start of August shouldn't hold their breath.
<i>Yoke Har Lee:</i> From baby steps to international sales
Yes, shoe manufacturing in New Zealand can still be a viable business.
<i>Media:</i> TVNZ happy to let Henry critics rage
Everybody is having a crack at Paul Henry for his publicity stunt saying Susan Boyle was retarded.
<i>Brian Fallow</i>: Tinkering won't fix creaking tax system
The tax system has deteriorated beyond the point where tinkering and tweaking are enough, was the message this week.
<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: Key's faux pas looking like Freudian slip
No one is underestimating the political difficulties in making substantial change, writes Fran O'Sullivan.
<i>Jonathan Dodd:</i> It's not always about the money
Jonathan Dodd wonders whether small businesses are aspiring to great heights.
<i>Yoke Har Lee:</i> Passion for sport helps NZ firm score in the UK
Putting together the power of the internet and sport would seem a natural combination for a New Zealand company.
<i>Deborah Hill Cone:</i> Happy-family script interrupted
The clothes have changed, but the the worship of traditional values hasn't.