Business

Claire McArthur Mortgages is back and better than ever

Claire McArthur and Aliesha Rowe are back operating under the Claire McArthur Mortgages brand, providing the boutique, personalised service they have become known for. The...

Women in business

Behind many Franklin businesses there are dynamic women including: Marissa Chapman  General Manager, Grahams Funeral Services, Ph 09 2368919 | Email marissa@grahamsfunerals.co.nz www.grahamsfunerals.co.nz My career began as a young...

Lim endorses home cooking

It’s election season and celebrity chef Nadia Lim has a common-sense policy that could gain traction with voters: Teach home cooking skills in schools. There...

Tuakau – something in the air/water…

The dust has settled since alarm bells rang in Tuakau, first sparked by a strong chemical smell in the air. Firefighters rushed to the town...

Red-tape tipline fixing problems no one else will

The Government is scrapping the ‘offensive trades’ list under the 1956 Health Act (the Act), ending annual registrations for affected businesses and saving them...

Earn as You Learn programme expands

More young New Zealanders will be paid to train for manufacturing careers, with the Earn as You Learn programme expanding into Auckland, the Hutt...

Plate Up, grub’s on!

A new festival is set to prove that Papakura has a place at the table in Auckland’s cuisine scene. On from tomorrow (August 15) until...

Chain gang – mayoral awards bestowed

North Waikato has recognised contributions to community through the 2026 Mayoral Awards. The roll of honour includes nineteen local organisations, community groups and volunteers, all...

MediaWorks bought by Aussie entertainment giant

Sports Entertainment Group Limited (ASX: SEG) has announced it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire 100 per cent of MediaWorks, described as...

The Entrance and Foyer

Profit from our Knowledge is a fortnightly series helping local homeowners get the most from their biggest asset. By Diana Cussen  Last fortnight we walked...