Waikato business news
New partnership boosts South Waikato businesses
The Chamber of Commerce helps to 'break down barriers' for local businesses: CEO.
'Stems with a story' to get second chance to brighten NZ homes
Wonky Box will launch flower subscription boxes this month.
Watchdog assessing complaints after Woolies' false Milkrun ad pricing
Commerce Commission receives multiple inquiries over Facebook ads for delivery service.
'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supply
Genesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.
The Kiwi entrepreneur transforming period care with Uber's support
Last year’s winner, Suraya O’Brien, scaled her business with a prize of almost $54,000.
'Game-changer' domestic jet flights return to Hamilton after 25 years
Air New Zealand announced it would operate a 171-seat Airbus A320 on a key route.
'Huge opportunity': Hamilton Airport goes international
Flights to Australia start soon, but there could be other destinations in the future.
$6.4m construction material recycling plant to be built in Waikato
The plant is expected to process 187,200 tonnes of waste annually.
NZ job market shows signs of life but redundancy woes persist
One tech sales worker faces a tough work situation after three redundancies in two years.
How first-home buyers are moving ahead in a challenging market
Many buyers are getting into their first homes with much smaller deposits.
NZ's new cheapest petrol station revealed
Gull shook up competition in the fuel sector, but the price gap is now closing.
'Strong future': Accor reveals vision for iconic Taupō resort
The company is taking over management of Wairakei Resort from its Malaysia-based owners.
Mother of all dairy cows inducted into 'Hall of Fame'
“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector."
'Like a Band-Aid': Methanex deal highlights energy supply challenges
Contact is buying 2.8 petajoules of gas from Methanex over eight weeks.
Commerce Commission files criminal charges against Woolworths
The commission signalled the charges in December.
SkyCity blames worsening market conditions for earnings downgrade
SkyCity says worsening market conditions will affect its June year 2025 result.
North Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visits
Fifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.
Former ACC building gets spruce up before new tenancies
Wellington property developers Prime Properties want to attract businesses to the CBD.
‘Tough day’: 120 jobs on the line as Fonterra plans closure of Canpac site
Fonterra plans to close the Hamilton canning and packaging facility in July.
Why demand for cottage cheese 'is going nuts'
Fonterra has noticed the high-protein, low-calorie dairy food's popularity is on the up.
Waikato property news
How driving a ‘s*** car’ helped welder buy his first home at 19
Zack Kendrick saved $27,000 in two years.
They want the ugliest, dirtiest homes: 16 offers in five days for tired rental
Flippers are back and looking for the worst houses they can find.
Multi-million-dollar bach for sale again after owners quit the beach for sailing adventure
Retirees are looking for over $3.2m for their Coromandel home.
Business news around NZ
Cautious spending: Card data shows dip in retail sales for May
Economist Satish Ranchhod says retail spending likely to remain 'soft for a while'.
Reserve Bank admits 'regret' over handling of Orr's resignation after Willis criticism
The bank's chair has apparently acknowledged it could have done better.
'Excellent' ties: Trump hails trade progress with China
China will supply rare earths; US allows Chinese students to stay in universities.
More Waikato business news
'Really excited': Waikato farming family's hazelnut success
The Scott family ran a small beef operation but felt they needed to diversify.
Dry weather lowers Mercury NZ's earnings forecast by $60m
Mercury's earnings will be affected by dry weather this financial year.
Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.