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Business of Education
Onwards and UPwards – what next post-Te Pūkenga?
Disestablishing Te Pūkenga had been a National party policy since forever.
Markets
David Mair to start immediately at Sanford
Sanford says its delighted and fortunate to nab former Skellerup boss Mair.
Primary Sector
John Penno quits Synlait board as George Adams elected chair
Synlait Milk co-founder John Penno has quit the company’s board, and George Adams has taken over as chair.The debt-laden milk processor told the New Zealand stock exchange (NZX) on Wednesday that Adams, who joined the board in March as an independent director, would take over fro...
Policy Business of Government
Back office blowout, 1,900 jobs that were already cut, and more
Our weekly round-up of public sector news and analysis.
Sustainable Finance
Why Milford Asset Management still engages with Aussie coal producers
Milford is also asking Fletcher Building for more systematic decarbonisation plans.
Policy Caring for the nation's elderly
A tale of two care systems
“It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.”
Opinion
David Chaplin: Containing multitudes: diversity inside the KiwiSaver envelope
Multi-scheme membership might just be a complex solution to a non-existent problem.
Primary Sector
NZ startup Jooules is turning CO2 into protein
Jooules’ fermentation tech aims to mitigate world hunger and climate change.
Markets
Higher electricity prices, demand prompts bullish outlook for energy stocks
The days of flat demand appear to be over.
Property
Flight of the receivers: Black Robin’s assets under scrutiny
Another Black Robin entity has hit turbulence.
World
McDonald’s seeks to accommodate inflation-weary consumers
Burger chain posts slower-than-expected sales growth.
News in Brief
Opinion
David Chaplin: Containing multitudes: diversity inside the KiwiSaver envelope
Multi-scheme membership might just be a complex solution to a non-existent problem.
Paul McBeth: NZX: Untangling the regulatory noodle soup of listing
The stock market operator is pulling out all the stops in trying to attract new listings.
Economy
Dileepa Fonseka: Why geopolitics means a lot more for the economy than it used to
Finance geeks watch the markets, but not many follow every battle in Ukraine.
Sirma Karapeeva: Be curious about red meat, not judgemental
To be fair, times are tough in the red meat sector.
Technology
Yep, the ‘I'm not a robot’ tests really are getting harder
Captchas that aim to distinguish humans from bots are demanding more brain power.
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Primary Sector
Julia Jones: Progress takes more than Groundhog Day rhetoric
There seems to be a noticeable lack of innovation in NZ's red meat export industry.
Law & Regulation
How to resolve a dispute between company directors
Disputes are more common than you may think.
Sponsored
Cyber alerts in New Zealand on the rise
A shortage of security experts puts pressure on combating threats
Sponsored
Avoiding mistakes many investors make
Managing emotions key to securing long-term returns.
Sponsored
Boosting rural growth with innovation
Productivity and sustainability go hand in hand for the rural sector
Investigations
Transport
A billion for buses: where MOE money goes
Student transport is one of the Ministry of Education's biggest external costs.
Services
'Valley of death': Connecting uni research with the private sector
Commercialisation of schemes losing battle for resources to other university functions.
CEO pay continues to grow, but at a slower pace
New Zealand's pay disparity is less extreme than the UK and US.
Business Productivity Sponsored by 
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Boosting rural growth with innovation
Productivity and sustainability go hand in hand for the rural sector
Sponsored
Building confidence and capability is the key to boosting productivity
In the pack houses of Hawke’s Bay apple growers, smart cameras scan the apples looking for blemishes and grading the fruit to ensure only the best is selected for domestic and international markets.
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Working smarter, working together, working for Aotearoa
After a few challenging years, during which many New Zealand businesses have effectively been in survival mode, it's time to pursue productive growth, says ASB.
Top Gainers
| Allied Farmers | $0.780 | 4.00% |
| New Zealand Oil & Gas | $0.440 | 2.33% |
| Steel & Tube Holdings | $1.040 | 1.96% |
| Blackpearl | $0.620 | 1.64% |
| Fonterra Shares | $2.490 | 1.63% |
Top Decliners
| Radius Residential Care | $0.113 | -4.24% |
| Michael Hill International | $0.710 | -4.05% |
| Kathmandu Holdings | $0.520 | -3.70% |
| INF ETF Units | $2.494 | -3.30% |
| Chatham Rock Phosphate | $0.163 | -2.98% |
Top Gainers
| Serko | $3.350 | 17.83% |
| STRAKER TRANSLATIONS LIMITED | $0.495 | 8.89% |
| DGL Group | $0.590 | 4.20% |
| New Zealand Oil & Gas | $0.425 | 3.66% |
| NZME | $0.800 | 3.12% |
Top Decliners
| New Zealand King Salmon Investments | $0.230 | -6.12% |
| BATHURST RESOURCES LIMITED. | $0.855 | -4.55% |
| Tower | $0.780 | -2.56% |
| Harmoney Ordinary Shares | $0.450 | -2.33% |
| Kathmandu Holdings | $0.460 | -2.02% |
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Law & Regulation
Callaghan sought defence force help with deadly H2S gas storage
The institute has decided to neutralise the gas on site.
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Podcasts Free
Cooking the Books: The truth behind building passive income
Kernel Wealth founder and CEO Dean Anderson is back by popular demand.
Money Answers: Can I set Fire to my money?
'Financial independence, retire early' is the target when building a nest-egg.
Podcasts Free Cooking the Books
The tricks to living a good life for less
How to be boujee on a budget.
How to find a good financial adviser
The vibe is just as important as skills and experience.
Podcasts Free
Cooking the Books podcast: What’s the cost of sustainable investing?
Some of the 'naughty' stocks are making a comeback.
The Life
Culture
Review: The Effect is a dazzling display of talent
An extraordinary display of performance and production talent.
Cars
Mini Aceman EV confirmed for New Zealand this year
Mini promises a blend of 'truly enjoyable immersive digital experience'.
My Net Worth
My Net Worth: Roger Gray, CEO, Port of Auckland
The port chief loves Aussie rules and came within a whisker of being an MP.
Wine
2024's vintage 'truly outstanding' – wine producer Indevin
Winemaker enthusiasm for 2024 grape harvest reaches new heights despite early bad weather.
Markets
Primary Sector
John Penno quits Synlait board as George Adams elected chair
Synlait Milk co-founder John Penno has quit the company’s board, and George Adams has taken over as chair.The debt-laden milk processor told the New Zealand stock exchange (NZX) on Wednesday that Adams, who joined the board in March as an independent director, would take over fro...
Property
Law & Regulation
Property figure keeps name secret – for now
Appeal to high court decision expected.
Energy
Markets
Higher electricity prices, demand prompts bullish outlook for energy stocks
The days of flat demand appear to be over.
Primary Sector
Markets
John Penno quits Synlait board as George Adams elected chair
Synlait Milk co-founder John Penno has quit the company’s board, and George Adams has taken over as chair.The debt-laden milk processor told the New Zealand stock exchange (NZX) on Wednesday that Adams, who joined the board in March as an independent director, would take over fro...
Sustainable Finance
Why Milford Asset Management still engages with Aussie coal producers
Milford is also asking Fletcher Building for more systematic decarbonisation plans.
Public sector
Policy Business of Government
Back office blowout, 1,900 jobs that were already cut, and more
Our weekly round-up of public sector news and analysis.
Media
Politics
Media react to Melissa Lee sacking
The sector is keen to work with new minister Paul Goldsmith amid its financial crisis.
Infrastructure
Markets
Drums beating for Mark Cairns as Fletcher Building chair
The battle for control of the struggling building giant is heating up.