Nielsen survey shows the number of people reading The Star is on the rise
The latest Nielsen survey shows a 4.8 per cent rise in the number of people reading The Star - while The Press' readership has plummeted by 20 per cent.
Business
Annual grocery report: What you need to know
Commerce Commission's first annual grocery report: What you need to know
Grocery prices are high and competition is tricky - but what's Bin Inn got to do with anything?
Retirement savings crisis looms - study
Retirement savings crisis looms for New Zealanders - study
A new report shows many NZ households are being forced to choose between relieving their immediate financial pressures or saving for the future.
'No gratitude, no acknowledgement, no apology'
Founder of cosmetic business facing angry investors
A businesswoman once celebrated for turning $50 into a multimillion-dollar cosmetics empire is now facing angry investors who are upset over how financial problems were handled.
Babysitters now earning $30-$50 an hour
Babysitters now earning $30-$50 an hour
The head of a NZ babysitting agency says the price rise is due to their changing role with people now requiring more from their babysitters.
Big hike in international visitor fee
International tourists will now have to pay $100 to enter NZ
The government is almost tripling the fee charged to most international tourists from $35 to $100 from the start of October.
Patients paying the price for GP shortage
Patients paying the price for GP shortage
A Christchurch GP says nearly 60 percent of practices have reported vacancies for doctors and nurses, while nine out of 10 family doctor clinics plan to increase their fees.
Poll: Should alcohol sales be banned after 9pm?
Poll: Should off-licence bottle shops and supermarkets have to stop selling alcohol at 9pm?
Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger has added his voice to the call for the city to look at a 9pm closing time for off-licence liquor outlets. What do you think?
Culinary collab creates mini food court
Culinary collaboration creates mini food court
Food caravan vendors have joined forces to present their own mini outdoor food court in the centre of a Canterbury town each Friday.
Supermarket refresh in Methven
Supermarket refresh in Methven
The old SuperValue supermarket in Methven has a fresh new look and name.
Brewery told to remove Kupe beer from sale
Brewery told to remove Kupe beer from sale
An Upper Hutt Brewery has been told to remove its Kupe beer from sale and take down associated promotion, after it was found to be in breach of advertising standards.
BNZ makes further cuts to home loan rates
BNZ makes further cuts to home loan rates
BNZ is making further cuts to its home loan rates.
Hospital gift shop gets new look
Christchurch Hospital gift shop reopens after major makeover
The popular Christchurch Hospital Volunteers Gift Shop has reopened after getting a fresh, modern makeover.
Major road works for Papanui, Bishopdale
'Please be patient': Major road works in Papanui, Bishopdale
Christchurch City Council is warning motorists to expect "unavoidable delays" as a busy intersection and railway crossings are upgraded.
Whistle & Pop on the 'high street of Kurow'
Whistle & Pop on the 'high street of Kurow'
An eye-catching rural-themed jewellery and accessories retail store has opened its doors in a small South Canterbury town.
MP’s plan to bring businesses together
MP’s plan to bring businesses together in New Brighton
Christchurch East MP Reuben Davidson is behind a bid to re-establish a business association in New Brighton.
Raeward Fresh Harewood closing down
Raeward Fresh Harewood closing down
Popular Christchurch fruit and vege retailer Raeward Fresh Harewood is closing down.
Banks Peninsula spaceport plans in strife
Canterbury spaceport plans in strife as government rejects further funding
The plan to set up an international spaceport at Kaitorete Spit near Christchurch is in strife.
Riccarton burger joint closes
Christchurch burger joint Big Gary's closes after 40 years of 'fun memories'
Well-known Riccarton Rd takeaway shop Big Gary's has closed its doors for the last time.
Electricity generators to access stored water
Electricity generators to access 'contingent storage' at Lake Tekapo
Electricity generators will be allowed to lower lake levels and access stored water to reduce the threat of possible electricity shortages.