Small BusinessBusiness confidence falls on Christchurch quake, says NZIERNew Zealand businesses are more pessimistic about the future after the Christchurch earthquake sapped an already stalling economic recovery, says the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research.05 Apr 12:15 AM
BDBDSmall BusinessNZ business confidence plummetsNew Zealand business confidence plummeted this month, and while the decline was worst in Canterbury, the latest survey shows gloom has set in nationwide following the devastating earthquake.31 Mar 03:11 AM
EducationGovt accused of 'slash and burn'The Government is being accused of taking a slash and burn approach to spending after Finance Minister Bill English signalled cuts to public services and new figures showed substantial job losses in the sector.30 Mar 04:56 AM
New ZealandServices will suffer with mass cuts - unionWide-ranging job cuts have left down-and-out state sector workers at a "tipping point", the Public Service Association says.30 Mar 02:45 AM
New ZealandNearly 2000 state sector jobs cutNearly 2000 staff have gone from the state sector since National came to power, with more job cuts on the way.30 Mar 01:05 AM
AgribusinessTrade stats show dairy exports still boomingThe total value of goods exported in February was $3.9 billion - 17 per cent higher than the same month last year.28 Mar 10:20 PM
New ZealandNZ to give $1m to Red Cross in JapanCabinet agreed today to give $1m to support the Red Cross effort in Japan, Prime Minister John Key announced this afternoon, and also confirmed four NZers were still in Libya.21 Mar 03:58 AM
Opinion<i>Tony Kokshoorn</i>: Broken, but not beatenAs the West Coast prepares for the visit of Prince William today, Grey District Mayor Tony Kokshoorn reflects on the four tough months since the Pike River tragedy.16 Mar 08:45 PM
Small BusinessLaid off workers may not qualify for quake schemeMore than 200 workers laid off from a Christchurch textile plant may not qualify for help through the Government's earthquake assistance package.15 Mar 05:32 AM
Small BusinessCarpet manufacturer closes plant, axes jobsEarthquake hit carpet manufacturer Canterbury Spinners is shutting its Christchurch operation and axing 195 jobs.15 Mar 02:00 AM
OpinionPeter Bills: Notions of national status losing relevance in rapidly changing world11 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandCost of living spirals upA <i>Herald on Sunday</i> investigation finds price rises of many basic items have gone through the roof.05 Mar 04:30 PM
Small BusinessChristchurch earthquake: SMEs struggle to find feet in quake-torn cityHow do small businesses find premises?05 Mar 04:30 PM
