Business
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.
Blending Fashion and Freshness: A New Zealander’s New York Juice Journey
New Zealander Tom Wrights juice journey began humbly on the back of his bike, peddling his product during the pandemic and dropping orders door to door. Now Tom's juice has become a popular staple in… Audio
NZTE unlocks opportunities for Kiwi businesses in India
Agency launches the second stage of a programme that seeks to address outdated market perceptions of the South Asian giant.
2024 in review: A challenging year for NZ's Chinese community
High-profile criminal cases and concerns about public safety overshadow a parliamentary milestone and some success in expanding business operations.
2024 in review: A year of milestones for the Indian community in New Zealand
The Indian community overtook the Chinese population to become the third-largest ethnic group in New Zealand.
Where have all the Chinese bookstores in Auckland gone?
A surge in popularity of digital reading options over the past decade has forced the owners of many physical stores to wind up operations.
Residents oppose development plan in prime Auckland location
Concerns focus on the strain the development in Half Moon Bay would place on the volume of traffic, parking, road safety and schools in the area.
How Singles' Day could become NZ's next shopping extravaganza
New Zealand retailers see sales potential amid population changes.
Trade mission to China nets $340 million export boost
Trade delegates have signed two dozen agreements at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai and Guangdong province.
McClay unveils $8 million boost for red meat exports to China
The agriculture and trade minister seeks to turn the country's beef and lamb exports into the premium meat of choice for Chinese consumers.
Todd McClay to lead large trade mission to China
New Zealand's trade minister joins almost 70 companies at an expo in China that aims to boost the country's exports.
Consternation grows over alleged counterfeit Jellycat sales
Fans of the popular stuffed toy are checking the authenticity of their purchases following claims that have gone viral on social media.
The lesson NZ exporters can learn from ethnic businesses
Finance Minister Nicola Willis wants ethnic communities to help double the country's export value over the next 10 years.
Inaugural summit harnesses ethnic business potential
Migrants share stories about their success in business as well as the challenges they face.