A prominent Chinese restaurant in Auckland's CBD was placed into liquidation last month after owing at least $1.4 million to creditors. Opened in 1994, Dragonboat Restaurant on Elliott Street served a ...

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Farmers, winemakers and tour operators are welcoming the government's announcement of two new work visas to help bring workers into the country - but the hospitality industry says it's been left out ...

Recent stories from Midday Report Midday Business News for 12 August 2025 NZ govt criticised for slowness in recognising a Palestinian state Review into Canterbury's Mental Health Services released ...

A report just released by the union representing medical imaging staff and sonographers reveals long waiting lists, outdated ...

The inquiry into Canterbury's Mental Health Services, started after a patient murdered a woman walking home has found ...

The economy is trying to shift out of low gear, as a key production indicator posted gains last month. ANZ's Truckometer showed heavy traffic movements - an indicator of current activity - rose 1.8 ...

Primary principals say debate over a book for junior readers has come at a time when teachers are on high alert over threats to te reo Māori in schools.

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Consultation has opened on proposed toll charges for the Belfast to Pegasus motorway extension and Woodend bypass, which is expected to cost around $1 billion.

While other western nations declare their intention to recognise a Palestinian state, the New Zealand government is being described as a "laggard" for delaying its position on statehood. The ...