Business

Southland signwriting firm Creation Signs has clinched gold at the New Zealand Sign and Display Association Awards. Manager Riki Shuttleworth said the honour, announced in Nelson on Saturday night, was testament to his team’s passion for the industry. “We might be located at the bottom of New Zealand but

Business owner Shani Hopgood was given the opportunity of a lifetime to work with one of New Zealand’s best florists more than 30 years ago. Taught by Donna Macpherson in the South City florist she biked past every day on her way home from school, Shani went on to

In this episode of Markets with Madison, she goes behind the scenes with Aaron Green, CEO of iconic New Zealand boat maker Stabicraft. From its rugged roots in the 1980s to its rapid expansion across North America, learn how this Southland-based company is redefining safe, adventure-ready boating. Kiwi boatbuilder Stabicraft

* SBS Group achieved a $43.1 million surplus despite economic uncertainty across New Zealand * Support for first home buyers increased, helping nearly 1,500 Kiwis into their own homes * Digital upgrades and branch changes reflect shift in Member expectations and behaviours SBS Group has posted a solid financial performance for

Fonterra has posted a strong performance in its third-quarter update, with normalised profit after tax reaching $1,158 million. This marks an increase of $119 million compared to the same time last year. As a result of this performance, the co-operative has narrowed its full-year forecast earnings range to 65-75

* Cabinet has agreed to scrap all hairdressing regulations introduced under the 1980 Health Act * Industry rules like banning refreshments and dogs in salons will no longer apply from July * Government expects the changes will save the hair and barbering sector about $1 million annually Separate hairdressing regulations dating back to

Garth Bray cracks open Rod Duke's playbook for weathering an economic downturn—and capitalising on an international trade standoff. The Briscoe Group CEO reveals how his buyers have used ongoing tariff tensions to find negotiating opportunities with Chinese suppliers. In this episode, we find out: why is Briscoe

PowerNet has announced the appointment of Paul Blue as its new Chief Executive, following an extensive recruitment process. Blue, who is currently General Manager Network at Counties Energy, will take over the leadership role from 28 July 2025. Originally from Southland, Blue brings more than two decades of experience across