Business
More unsafe children’s products found at Panda Mart
Forty-seven items have now been declared unsafe in an ongoing Commerce Commission investigation into the bargain store.
NZ banks unable to catch all mistaken transfers through human error
The story of a pensioner who almost lost his life savings in a mistaken bank transfer offers a wake-up call for banks, but experts say there's little they can do to ensure such cases don't happen in…
Luxon calls for an ‘all of New Zealand’ investment in India relationship
Addressing an industry gathering in Auckland on Friday, Luxon urges India and Pakistan to de-escalate the increasingly hostile situation at the border.
Qatar Airways in spotlight after refusing to fly student due to health
Carrier offers to refund ticket without penalties, but a family is claiming compensation for the difference in fares to book another flight on a separate airline.
'Golden visa' shutting out Chinese investors - legal experts
Experts have been left perplexed by Immigration New Zealand's interpretation of regulations related to an investment visa pathway for Chinese nationals.
Meet the Indian-origin founders disrupting New Zealand’s fintech scene
Indian-origin founders have launched fintech startups in lending, payment, banking and stock trading applications.
Details of key agreements emerge from Luxon’s India trip
New Zealand and India have launched negotiations on an arrangement facilitating the mobility of professionals and skilled workers.
Reform eyed to tighten rules around debt avoidance
Some business owners attempt to avoid liability by declaring bankruptcy and forming a new company with the same leadership.
Government opens consultation on free trade agreement with India
Businesses, non-governmental organizations and members of the public encouraged to have their say.
NZ eyes India as key market for tourism growth
India boasts one of the largest outbound tourism markets in the world.
NZ deepens agricultural, forestry collaboration with India
New Zealand and India sign horticulture and forestry agreements to foster knowledge exchange, trade opportunities and industry growth between the two nations.
Are robots replacing humans behind the coffee machine?
Mechanical baristas are starting to pop up in Auckland. Should we be afraid?
Unions and employers divided over wage theft law
Reaction to a new law that criminalises wage theft has been mixed.
What next for Auckland’s ailing night-time economy?
Late-night businesses in the CBD are reporting fewer customers due to the cost-of-living crunch and ongoing concerns about crime.
Asian community divided on proposed reforms to combat retail crime
Proposed amendment to the Crimes Act to widen power of detention may give some business owners security, but victims and community leaders believe more should be done.
Māori approaches hold key to success in China
A new report encourages Māori to continue using tikanga to strengthen economic ties with China and explore new opportunities in other areas.
Disputes Tribunal orders host to return bond, rent paid in advance after accommodation row
Parties entered into a private agreement after a family on a short-term stay in New Zealand first found the host on Airbnb.
Indian jewellery giant to enter NZ market
Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled plans to open three stores in New Zealand.
Room for Asia cherry exports to grow despite Lunar New Year boost
Export opportunities exist in China, but producers need to overcome stiff competition from Chile.
Chinese tourism fails to match pre-Covid levels despite Lunar New Year boost
China was New Zealand's second-largest tourism market before the pandemic ripped the heart out of the global travel industry.