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Chiefs v Chiefs: High Court judge rejects NZ Rugby bid for urgent injunction
The decision clears the way for the jersey and logo launch of the new Chiefs NRL team.
'I've lost the love of my life': Widow's heartfelt tribute after radio host's shock death
'I’ve 100% lost the love of my life, which is hard – you only have one, right?'
Businesses that keep adapting will shape Rotorua's next 35 years
OPINION: Rotorua businesses must keep adapting to stay competitive.
A stronger Auckland would lift the regions
OPINION: Auckland generates roughly 40% of New Zealand’s economic output.
'Blindsided', 'deep concerns': Chiefs v Chiefs – NZ Rugby and NRL go head to head in High Court
UPDATE: Judge determines next legal step in increasingly fractious trademark dispute.
NZ dollar weakness helps exporters but raises prices for imported goods
OPINION: The NZ dollar’s trade-weighted index fell more than 4% in a month.
The superstar aviator who twice chose seclusion
Her daring flights made her a sensation, but she twice spurned a life in the spotlight.
Iconic pie business for sale, 21 jobs at risk if factory closes
The business owner says the factory lease is ending.
Having more ministers does not mean better accountability
OPINION: Clear responsibility matters more than titles for small business and regions.
Fed rate hikes signal economic strength, not just inflation risk
The Fed's new rate-hiking cycle may not spell doom for the US economy or shares.
Higher yields make bonds more useful as a defensive asset
After years of unusually low rates, bonds are becoming useful again.
Regional supermarket owner left feeling 'physically sick' by Foodstuffs split idea
Another supermarket owner in the region said he was 'bewildered' and in 'disbelief'.
This business survived the Great Depression. It's celebrating its 100th birthday.
It has left its mark on landmarks, homes and businesses across Rotorua.
Businesses need confidence to invest, employ and grow
The Rotorua Business Chamber is seeking policies that help businesses grow.
Marriott Hotel to open in 'premium destination' in 2027
Hotel one of several shifts on the horizon for the tourism city's accommodation market.
Mayors need independent advice and stronger powers to govern well
New Zealand’s mayors face the blame, but often lack the power to match it.
Rotorua has NZ's lowest everyday costs among seasonal-work spots, study finds
The city's affordability helped it rank fourth globally for hospitality and party work.
Rich List Pandey family expands hotel empire in major Marriott deal
American-headquartered Marriott is franchising brands to the Pandey's CP Group.
Rotorua-led tourism collaborations secure share of $5m funding
RotoruaNZ will lead campaigns targeting Chinese, Australian and US visitors.
Growth has won long-term, but value is gaining ground again
Growth and value stocks can swap places, so labels matter less than fundamentals.
'Carked it': A colourful, sometimes chaotic life – celebrated cartoonist Peter Bromhead dies
Bromhead, 93, died peacefully at home – his life was colourful on and off the page.
AI will make human judgement, trust and originality more valuable
OPINION: Businesses risk automating away the human qualities customers value most.
Tight election race will keep markets cautious before polling day
Markets have typically recovered after election uncertainty has cleared.
'Rafting cartel' fears dismissed as merger wins approval
Applicants considered quitting before Rotorua rafting merger was approved.
‘Why the hell?’: Mayor tells tourism industry bed tax talks aren't over
Rotorua leader spoke at the launch of Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s revised strategy.