The Commerce Commission has initiated a public consultation aimed at reducing the fees charged by Mastercard and Visa for non-terminal transactions. This move could potentially save New Zealand consumers $250 million each year. Commission chair John Small emphasised the need to encourage competition
This winter the team is helping whanau in need in our community by supporting Jubilee Budget Advisory Service in giving their team valuable information and advice around heating their homes. Awarua Synergy General Manager Sumaria Beaton-Sikisini said Awarua Synergy had winter warmth products they we
Invercargill City Holdings Ltd has been asked to make a special donation to the new museum fund from the impending sale of Electricity Invercargill Ltd’s share in Powernet. The Invercargill City Council’s Finance Committee made a recommendation led by Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell that if the sale went
A 40-year-old man is due to reappear in Invercargill District Court after failing to stop for police in Avenal, Invercargill early Sunday morning. The man, who was allegedly driving without lights, did not stop when signalled to do so on Wellesley Avenue around 12:55 am. Police initiated a pursuit,
The Fiordland Trails Trust is advocating for financial support from the Southland District Council, challenging the fairness of the council’s decision-making process. Over the last eight years, the trust has developed the Upukerora Trail, which circles Te Anau, and the Lake2Lake Trail, linking Manap
In a significant move, the Government has dismissed the Health New Zealand board, appointing a commissioner due to serious financial concerns. Health Minister Dr Shane Reti cited issues with oversight, overspending, and a “significant deterioration in financial outlook” as the primary reasons for th
The Warehouse Group has been approached by the company’s founder and an Australian private equity firm regarding potential interest in acquiring its shares. Sir Stephen Tindall, the founder of The Warehouse, and Adamantem Capital Partners have initiated this move. Both parties have a significant int
Time in the gym has been rewarding for Southland basketballer Maggie Manson. The Central Southland College head girl and Academy Southland leadership athlete has had a busy month playing for the Southland Storm in the TUPU League and Otago at the national under-18 championships. Competing in the sen
