Business
Who is going to be our new supermarket competitor?
Experts say there are a few potential options.
Residents brace for legal battle against proposed South Auckland cleanfill site
One neighbour told Checkpoint she was worried someone would lose their life on busy access roads. Audio
Frozen sprouted beans, vegetables recalled for possible salmonella
Vimm Enterprises has recalled Deep-brand sprouted mat, moong beans and surti undhiu mix due to possible salmonella contamination. "Salmonellosis can be serious, so it is important that people do…
Airfares to increase as Air New Zealand's profit falls
The airline reported a profit of $126m for the year ended June compared with $146m a year earlier. Audio
'Hypocrisy is staggering': Stuff staff walk off the job
They are protesting in response to what they say are low pay offers and attempts to divide the workforce.
Evening business for 28 August 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Worries that easing of alcohol restrictions will harm vunerable
Some Aucklanders are worried that the government's proposal to ease alcohol restrictions will harm some of the poorest and most vulnerable communities. It is estimated that alcohol harm currently… Audio
Air NZ's profit drops 15 percent in a year
Air New Zealand's profit has dropped 15% in a year and there's more turbulence ahead. The national carrier reported a net profit of $126 million the year ended June compared with $146 million a year… Audio
Wellington brewery Fortune Favours forced to shut down
The owner of Wellington brewery Fortune Favours has ssaid they are being forced to shut down just days after one of their beers took out a top honour at Wellington's Beervana beer festival. Owner's… Audio
Business confidence on the rise for third consecutive month
However, reported activity remains in the doldrums for some sectors, such as retail, construction and manufacturing.
Strong sales for retirement operator
Summerset's bottom line profit has increased by 26 percent.
Fortune Favours 'forced to close' due to cost crisis, owners say
Last weekend, the Wellington brewery was the toast of Beervana. This weekend will be their last in business.
Pāmu Farms sees significant turnaround in profit
It reported a net profit of $120m compared to last year, when it posted a loss of $26m.
The Ilona Maher effect: Big name beauty brands cashing in on women's sport
The US rugby player is one of the sport's biggest stars, based on her huge social media following and her messages around self-love and embracing who you are.
NZ Post to resume sending parcels to US for businesses
Customers wanting to send personal gifts however, will need to continue waiting for a solution.
One in eight retail stores in Auckland now empty
The city has been through the wringer but there are signs of improvement, an expert says. Audio
CTU on WorkSafe reforms
Officials say the government's approach to overhauling workplace safety risks repeating the failures identified after Pike River. Council for Trade Unions president Richard Wagstaff spoke to Corin… Audio
Meridian Energy chief executive on high power prices
Meridian is eyeing fast track approval to power up its energy generation. Meridian chief executive Mike Roan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio