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1 year ago

Electronic card transactions surge in March 2023, driven by retail industries

Spending in retail industries increased by 0.7% ($45 million) in March 2023 compared to February 2023, according to data published by Stats NZ...

1 year ago

Major water reforms announced: savings of $2,770-$5,400 per household projected by 20541

The New Zealand Government has announced plans to establish 10 new regionally owned and led public water entities following consultation with local governments,

1 year ago

New Zealand's ballerina sponge dances its way to the top 10 new marine species of 2022 list

Move over Black Swan, there's a new ballerina in town, and it's a sponge. The Ballerina sponge, scientifically known as Latrunculia (Latrunculia) tutu, has...

1 year ago

DOC and Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura increase patrols to protect pāua in Hikurangi Marine Reserve

As the recreational pāua fishing season in Kaikōura is set to open this month, the Department of Conservation (DOC) and Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura...

1 year ago

Akaroa: a blend of Māori, French and British heritage nestled in an ancient volcanic cradle

Nestled 84 km south-east of Christchurch and roughly 25 km east of Little River, Akaroa is a picturesque township on the eastern side of...

1 year ago

IMF report warns of global economic slowdown amid financial sector turmoil and stubbornly high inflation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that early 2023 hopes of a soft landing for the world economy have faded due to persistently...

1 year ago

New wind turbines to provide over 90% renewable energy for Antarctic Scott Base

Three state-of-the-art wind turbines are set to power Scott Base in Ross Island, Antarctica, with more than 90% renewable energy. The EWT turbines (type...

1 year ago

New Zealand housing crisis: decrease in new home consents threatens affordability

New Zealand's housing and property market has been facing challenges, as evident in the latest figures released by Stats NZ. This decrease...