New Zealand develops three-tier property categorisation following severe weather events

Cyclone Recovery Minister Grant Robertson has announced three categorisations of property in areas affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and January floods.

Robertson said,...

Over 5,000 workers support Fair Pay Agreement for NZ early childhood sector

A Fair Pay Agreement (FPA) process for the early childhood sector has been launched after receiving support from over 5,000 workers. The agreement aims...

Air New Zealand and Air China increase flight capacity to boost tourism

Air New Zealand is set to increase flight capacity between New Zealand and China, with the resumption of daily Auckland-Shanghai flights from 3 May...

Starlink brings improved connectivity to New Zealand's Scott Base in Antarctica

New Zealand's Scott Base in Antarctica has received a major connectivity upgrade with the installation of Starlink, allowing scientists at the remote research...

New Zealand's R&D expenditure surpasses $5 billion in 2022

New Zealand's total research and development (R&D) expenditure reached over $5 billion in 2022, marking an 11% increase ($534 million) compared to 2020 and...

Takapuna set for North Shore's first major build-to-rent development

Auckland's North Shore is set to welcome its first major build-to-rent development in Takapuna, following a sale and development agreement between Eke Panuku Development...

Reserve Bank of New Zealand plans to relax mortgage LVR restrictions

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand - Te Pūtea Matua announced plans on Wednesday to ease mortgage loan-to-value ratio (LVR) restrictions, which promote...

Census collectors in New Zealand to wrap up their work

Census collectors in New Zealand will be finishing their work in communities by 3 May, except in areas most affected by Cyclone Gabrielle, where...