Category: business
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Three Arrested in Dunedin Organised Crime Bust
Police have arrested and charged three people in Dunedin following an operation targeting organised crime. On Thursday, February 12, a search warrant was executed at a commercial address on Willis Street, where a stolen vehicle was recovered and three men…
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FMA Seeks Liquidation for Chance Voight Group Entities
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is continuing its efforts to have six entities within the Chance Voight Group placed into liquidation. The entities include Chance Voight Investment Corporation Limited, Chance Voight Investment Partners Limited, CVI Partners Mortgage Fund Limited, CVI…
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New Zealand Business Prices Show Mixed Movements in December Quarter
New Zealand's business prices experienced mixed movements in the December 2025 quarter. The output producers price index (PPI) saw a modest increase of 0.1 percent compared to the previous quarter. Conversely, the input PPI recorded a decrease of 0.5 percent.…
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Annual Food Prices Rise 4.6 Percent
Food prices have risen by 4.6 percent in the 12 months leading up to January 2026, an increase from the 4.0 percent rise recorded in the previous year. Stats NZ reported that the grocery food group, up 4.0 percent annually,…
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Fire Doors Recalled Due to Potential Asbestos Contamination
Firemex has issued a recall for Pyropanel-brand fire-rated doors, citing potential asbestos fibre contamination in the door core. According to WorkSafe, if the fire doors remain intact, the risk of asbestos exposure is negligible. However, WorkSafe clarified that if the…
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Auckland and Bay of Plenty Thieves Apprehended After $40,000 Theft Spree
Police have arrested two individuals believed to be responsible for over $40,000 worth of thefts from stores across Auckland and the Bay of Plenty. The pair had been sought by police since September. On Friday afternoon, officers located the individuals…
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New Zealand Population Reaches Over 5.3 Million
The estimated resident population of New Zealand was 5,342,000 as of December 31, 2025. The population comprised 2,689,500 females and 2,652,500 males. The median age for females was 39.2 years, while for males it was 37.6 years. These national population…
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New Zealand Retail Spending Declines in January
New Zealand experienced a decrease in electronic card transactions for retail spending in January 2026. Overall retail industries saw a 1.1 percent ($78 million) decline compared to December 2025. Core retail industries also decreased by 0.9 percent ($60 million). These…
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Wellington City Council has announced new alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. Among the recent submissions are Miramar Golf Club, located at 1 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, and Katsu Bistro, at 10 Murphy Street in Thorndon.…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ reports on shrinkflation, tech deals and energy costs
Consumer NZ is reporting on a variety of consumer concerns. The organization highlighted seven supermarket products that have reportedly shrunk, a trend they refer to as "shrinkflation." Consumer NZ also noted significant price drops on a robot vacuum and a…
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Nestlé Milo Snack Bars Recalled Due to Rubber Contamination
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars are being recalled due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically rubber. New Zealand Food Safety has issued an alert advising consumers not to eat the affected products. The recall impacts Nestlé Milo Dipped…
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Police Arrest Three Youths in Connection with Aggravated Robberies
Police have arrested three youths following a significant operation in Pukekohe that disrupted a series of aggravated robberies. The operation, which commenced on Thursday afternoon, saw a substantial police presence flood the township, resulting in the apprehension of three individuals…
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Scheduled for February 2026
Planned roadworks across Hawke's Bay's state highway network are set to cause disruptions for motorists throughout February 2026. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has announced a series of maintenance and renewal projects, including resealing, bridge repairs, and overpass construction,…
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Decorative Sugar Crystals Recalled Over Potential Asbestos Contamination
A recall has been issued for "Tiny Sugar" white fake sugar decorative crystals due to a potential asbestos contamination concern. The product, sold exclusively through the Etsy store Tiny Sugar between September 2023 and November 2024, is strictly intended for…
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Burglar Caught After Victim Spots Stolen Tools on Facebook Marketplace
A quick-thinking member of the public led Police to a burglar after spotting their own stolen tools on Facebook Marketplace. The victim arranged to meet the seller and identified the tools by their engraving. As they left, the victim took…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance to Cause Nightly Disruptions
Essential maintenance work on Auckland's State Highway 20 (SH20) will lead to nightly closures and detours between Sunday, February 15, and Wednesday, February 19. The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is undertaking the work, which is weather dependent and may…
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Gayle Holmes Appointed Deputy Chief Executive at Civil Aviation Authority
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced the appointment of Gayle Holmes as its new Deputy Chief Executive, Regulatory Enablement and Response. Holmes will join the CAA's Executive Leadership Team on April 7, 2026. Currently, Holmes serves as General Manager,…
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Multiple Sunscreen Brands Recalled in New Zealand Due to Labeling Issues
Daikoku is initiating recalls for several popular sunscreen brands, including Anessa, Biore, Kao Biore, Kose, Mentholatum, Pigeon, and Rohto. The products, exclusively sold at Daikoku stores, are being recalled because their packaging is solely in Japanese, lacking the mandatory English…
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Woman Arrested in Elaborate 18-Year Romance Scam
Dunedin and Auckland Police have arrested a 44-year-old woman in connection with an alleged romance scam spanning nearly two decades, which resulted in a Dunedin man losing over half a million dollars. The arrest followed a search warrant executed by…
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WOW Show Delivers Record Economic Boost to Wellington
The World of WearableArt (WOW) Show has achieved its highest-ever economic benefit for Wellington, contributing a record $32.6 million. This significant boost to the creative capital was detailed in an evaluation report commissioned by WellingtonNZ, the city's economic development agency.…
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New World Halswell Recalls Bakery Items Due to Metal Contamination
New World Halswell is recalling all made-in-store bakery products due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically metal. New Zealand Food Safety issued the alert, advising customers not to consume the affected items. The recall impacts all bakery products…
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FMG Admits Misleading Statements, Agrees to $2.1 Million Payment
FMG Insurance Limited and Farmers’ Mutual Group (FMG) have admitted to fair dealing breaches after an investigation by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA). FMG will pay $2.1 million in lieu of a pecuniary penalty and has remediated affected customers. The…
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Wellington City Council has announced a series of alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. The applications cover a range of establishments across the city. Among the listed applications is One Red Dog, located at 57 Customhouse…
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Woman Arrested for Targeting Elderly Individuals in Fraud Scheme
Police have arrested a 37-year-old woman in connection with a fraud and burglary scheme that targeted elderly individuals in Hamilton and Auckland. The arrest followed a search warrant executed at a Rānui property. Authorities allege the woman deliberately targeted elderly…
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Korean Sundae Recalled in New Zealand Over Food Safety Concerns
Daebok Rice Cake brand Korean Sundae has been recalled in New Zealand due to a lack of required food safety controls. New Zealand Food Safety advises consumers that the affected product should not be consumed. Further details regarding the specific…
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New Zealand Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.4 Percent
New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reached 5.4 percent in the December 2025 quarter, up from 5.3 percent in the previous quarter, Stats NZ reported on February 4, 2026. This marks the highest unemployment rate since the September 2015 quarter,…
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FMA Report Shows Gradual Decline in Insider Trading on NZX
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) - Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko – has released its latest market cleanliness report, revealing a continued, albeit minor, improvement in insider trading rates on the NZX between 2004 and 2025. The report indicates a general…
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STIHL Recalls 5L MotoMix Fuel Due to Potential Leaks
STIHL has issued a recall for a limited batch of its 5L MotoMix pre-mixed fuel cans. The recall is due to a manufacturing defect affecting the can itself, which may lead to leaks. The MotoMix product inside the cans is…
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New Home Consents Rise 9% Nationally, Auckland Leads Growth
Aotearoa New Zealand experienced a 9.0 percent rise in new home consents in the year ending December 2025, reaching a total of 36,619. Auckland was the primary driver of this national increase, accounting for more than half of the growth.…
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New Zealand Household Living Costs Rise 2.2 Percent
The cost of living for the average New Zealand household rose by 2.2 percent in the 12 months to the December 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ. This follows a 2.4 percent increase for the 12 months…