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Udemy Launches Innovation Studio To Redefine The Future Of Skilling & Learning
Wed, 28 May 2025 10:34:31 +1200 | Udemy
Its first release, AI for Business Leaders, is a next-generation reskilling program designed to help executives understand and apply AI in real-world business contexts. More >>
KiwiRail Chair And Deputy Appointed
Wed, 28 May 2025 10:14:34 +1200 | New Zealand Government
Sue Tindal has been appointed Chair of KiwiRail and the New Zealand Railways Corporation, and Jeff Kendrew has been appointed Deputy Chair of KiwiRail. Their terms will commence on 1 July 2025.More >>
Sheep And Beef Farmers Deliver Record Red Meat Returns
Wed, 28 May 2025 08:17:21 +1200 | New Zealand Government
The global appetite for high-quality, natural protein is continuing to grow, driving strong prices for New Zealand lamb and beef. More >>
On Budget 2025
Fri, 23 May 2025 09:48:42 +1200 | Gordon Campbell
Underwhelming, as promised. All week, Finance Minister Nicola Willis had actively reduced public expectations by saying that her second Budget would not be filled “with rainbows and unicorns” although – somewhere over the rainbow – it would ...More >>
Elevate Backs Pacific Channel With Follow-On Investment To Support Expansion
Tue, 20 May 2025 08:05:30 +1200 | Pacific Channel
This investment from Elevate recognises the strength of our partnership and shared commitment to building globally impactful New Zealand companies.More >>
Landscape Architects Put The Future Of Our ‘Edible Landscapes’ On The Menu In Heretaunga Hastings
Tue, 20 May 2025 07:56:58 +1200 | NZILA
Registered landscape architecture professionals from across Aotearoa New Zealand will also be raising thoughts over the two-day event set against the background context of RMA reform discussions and the Government’s release of a RM reform blueprint ...More >>
Why Malta Is Ideal For New Startups
Tue, 20 May 2025 07:36:01 +1200 | Hugh Grant
Malta offers a compelling package for startups, combining affordable office spaces, tax incentives, a skilled workforce, and access to European markets. Its modern infrastructure and high quality of life create an environment where businesses can thrive, grow,More >>
Corbion Joins The Sustainable Shrimp Partnership As Associate Member
Fri, 9 May 2025 07:43:58 +1200 | Corbion
By joining SSP, Corbion aligns with like-minded industry leaders to help shape the future of sustainable shrimp farming. More >>
Phase One Ventures Announces Final Close With Remarkable Portfolio Performance
Thu, 8 May 2025 07:31:19 +1200 | Phase One Ventures
Phase One Ventures operates on a 10-year fund structure, though the management team anticipates an actual timeline of 7-8 years. The fund will now focus exclusively on supporting its existing portfolio companies through their growth journeys, withMore >>
Leading By A Strong Margin: Generate Wins Its Fourth Consecutive Consumer NZ People's Choice Award For KiwiSaver
Wed, 7 May 2025 09:25:46 +1200 | Generate
The Consumer NZ’s People’s Choice award recognises products and services whose customers are highly satisfied. This is the fourth consecutive year Generate has been honoured with an award from Consumer NZ in the KiwSaver category.More >>
Commission Grants Clearance For Contact’s Proposed Acquisition Of Manawa
Wed, 7 May 2025 08:52:20 +1200 | Commerce Commission
The Commission initially raised concerns about the acquisition, but after further investigation, Chair Dr John Small said the Commission is satisfied that the acquisition is unlikely to substantially lessen competition in any New Zealand market.More >>
Ministry Of Awesome Announces Graham Scown As New Chief Executive
Tue, 6 May 2025 09:19:28 +1200 | Ministry of Awesome
Over the past three years, Christchurch-based Ministry of Awesome has transformed from a regional startup hub into a key national player supporting founders across the country.More >>
NZME Announces Exclusive Partnership With Netball New Zealand
Thu, 1 May 2025 10:47:50 +1200 | NZME
Emily Travers, NZME Head of Commercial Sport, Partnerships and Events says the partnership represents a perfect alignment between NZME's audience growth strategy and its commitment to supporting New Zealand's sporting community.More >>
Rob Everett, Former FMA And NZ Growth Capital Partners Head, Joins Simplicity
Thu, 1 May 2025 07:29:50 +1200 | Simplicity
Rob Everett was Chief Executive of the FMA for seven years and Chief Executive of NZGCP from early 2022 until this year. He qualified as a lawyer with international law firm Allen and Overy in London, before spending 18 years with investment bank ...More >>
Nielsen Television Audience Management Appoints Fiona Lang As Managing Director
Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:10:13 +1200 | Nielsen TAM
Fiona Lang is a highly respected global business leader with extensive expertise in guiding complex, multi-market organisations. Her career highlights include driving revenue and profit growth, launching innovative products on a global scale, and leading ...More >>
CEO Survey Reveals Culture Is Top Driver Of Organisational Value
Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:57:26 +1200 | Massey University
The study also shows that culture plays a defining role in mergers and acquisitions, with44 per cent of for-profit leaders unwilling to buy a culturally misaligned company, and59 per cent of not-for-profit CEOssaying they would walk away from ...More >>
Employee Shareholders Call For Action After Losing US$4.5 Billion In Equity: Global Financial Services Company In Crisis
Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:24:21 +1200 | FNZ
Employee shareholders have been the backbone of the company for more than two decades, helping establish the company as a world leading financial services company, and like so many successful growth companies employee participation in equity is a cornerstone ...More >>
Bill To Make Trading Laws Fairer Passes First Hurdle
Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:30:05 +1200 | New Zealand Labour Party
“This Bill is about the sale and supply of alcohol – and that’s it. It only focuses on businesses that can already open and workers that will already be working. It will allow bars, restaurants, and supermarkets to serve or sell alcohol as they ...More >>
Business Confidence May Have Improved, But They Don’t Like Uncertainty. And Trump Revels In Uncertainty
Wed, 9 Apr 2025 18:49:04 +1200 | Kiwi Economics
The violent volatility in markets happened after this survey was taken. What will firms make of the Trump tariff turmoil? Too much? Too soon? Too bad... which ain't good. Uncertainty kills growth.More >>
Alpine Energy Issued With Formal Warning; Commission Secures $16.9m In Customer Refunds + $1.5m For Community Fund
Wed, 9 Apr 2025 08:57:52 +1200 | Commerce Commission
In deciding on the appropriate enforcement action, Commissioner Vhari McWha says the Commission’s focus was on ensuring Alpine returned the money it had overcharged customers with additional funds committed in recognition of the harm the error caused ...More >>
