A new survey by MYOB shows that 44 per cent of small-to-medium business owners say they do not think the education system gives students

My provider is not really helping me with my KiwiSaver. I spoke to my friends, they are with different providers but they have the

Asparagus - that gorgeous green spear at the top of the vege season right now - is going to be in short supply throughout the country.

Plans for a ferry between Whanganui and Port Motueka have been revisited. And pending a feasibility study by the council, could have the Mayor's support. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

People who find themselves suddenly having to make significant investment decisions often feel overwhelmed, confused, or even afraid

Start-ups are big business in my area at the moment. Most generally seem to be tradies, making their way up here following the house

I am nearing retirement and working part-time. I have paid off my mortgage and I am using KiwiSaver to help me save a bit extra for

When was the last time you sat down and drew up a business plan for the future? Especially in busy times, it can be hard to find

Low interest rates and rapidly rising property prices are driving investors to property investment. Many would-be property investors

NZTA say SH4 will be repaired in time for the 2nd anniversary of the huge storms that virtually swept it away. Meanwhile motorists and truckies must wait and count the costs. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

New Zealand's rate of inflation continues to be low, even though our economy is growing. Lower petrol prices, cheaper airfares and

Over the last year more people seem to be making the move to self employed. There's a number of reasons why this might happen. I've

As part of a city-council restructure, staff who didn't lose their jobs are being told that the employer's (council) KiwiSaver

It is really pleasing to hear of successes achieved by Whanganui businesses. Last week I featured the winners of the Whanganui Chamber

Whanganui mayor Hamish McDouall wants a debate around how local government is funded in the future. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

We recently moved closer to the city, from a lifestyle block about 25 minutes south of Whangarei. My wife and I - and more recently

The more wealth you acquire, the more important it becomes to look at how your significant assets such as your home, investments and

I would be grateful if you could clarify something for me. I have been in KiwiSaver for three years and will be 65 in March next year

A Government funded feasibility study is looking at the future use of the Whanganui Port. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Last Saturday night I had the pleasure of attending the Whanganui Chamber of Commerce Regional Business Awards. Congratulations to

Opotiki beekeepers are worried too many hives are now being placed in the region by corporate newcomers, threatening the survival of the pollinating bees required for the local kiwifruit industry. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Sometimes, no matter how much money I tell a client they've made, the issue that rests on their minds immediately is the amount of

It's about time, or, to be more precise, it's mostly about time. That is the answer to the question on most investors' lips, which

I have seen KiwiSaver contributions going out on my payslip, but for over two years I didn't know where my money was going - until

There will be plenty of reminiscing when a group of retired motor traders and mechanics gets together for a reunion in Whanganui this

Amelinda Watt isn't your everyday working woman. As well as being at the sharp end of engineering projects for Holden in Australia

In just five years, more than 150 branches of NZ's major banks have disappeared, and more are earmarked to go the same way.

Whanganui District Council opened New Zealand Glassworks to bring together professional glass artists and the community. Made with funding from NZ on Air

Whanganui District Council opened New Zealand Glassworks to bring together professional glass artists and the community.

A Whanganui resident has been subject to scam banking text messages.