NZ Taxi Federation announces partnership with online driver training provider
Until October 2017, drivers of small passenger service vehicles, such as taxis, had to complete a
training course to obtain a P (passenger) endorsement.
Logbook training now affordable for everyone
Over 1900 drivers were fined by police for logbook infringements in 2017. A new online course aims to bring down the cost of complying with logbook and work time rules.
High Level Group Formed to Study Sustainable Tourism at Milford Sound
With 2019’s tourist figures expected to top 1 million at Milford Sound, a group comprised of industry leaders and local council-heads has been assembled to formulate a plan that will improve visitor services, benefit local economies and protect the environment.
Bacon & Dreams Announces One Time Only “Bacon & Cheese” Pop Up Restaurant Event in Auckland City
Many would argue there’s no more perfect combination than bacon and cheese. Bacon & Dreams certainly agree, bringing the one-off pop up restaurant event “Bacon & Cheese” to Auckland City, NZ in June 2018.
Successful Independent Queenstown Women’s Fashions Retailer Opens Online Store
Decode, an independent Queenstown based women’s clothing retailer now offers their eclectic mix of high-end, locally sourced fashions and accessories to shoppers online.
E-CIGARETTES POSSIBLE SOLUTION FOR DAIRY ARMED ROBBERIES
Dairy Owners have taken their safety into their own hands with the rising number of attacks on their stores, many fueled by a search for tobacco products. A possible solution could be a change to the rising cultural phenomenon of e-cigarettes and vaping, something many are starting to do and seeing real results.
Sudden Cold-Wave Shocks Meteorologists, But Delights School Kids
Meteorologists herald the first snowfall this year in the South Island and predict more to come in the following days.
Green Homes New Zealand Open Eco-Friendly Showhome
Design and Build specialists Green Homes New Zealand have officially opened their flagship showhome in Rolleston, Canterbury. This gave them an opportunity showcase their eco-friendly home in one of the country’s fastest growing and progressive townships.
Vintage Furniture Refurbisher Best Of Times Rebrands As ‘Dalzell Furniture’; Opens First Retail Store In Auckland
Family-run furniture refurbisher Dalzell Furniture – formerly Best of Times – re-launches with new name, website, and retail store in Auckland.
A Migrant business delivers financial support to New Zealanders for nearly two decades
“When I started this business soon after immigrating to New Zealand I had a vision to support all New Zealanders, who valued financial advice, with my banking and insurance knowledge. I couldn’t understand why there was so little education and knowledge regarding the types of financial instruments like mortgages and insurance that are part of people’s daily life. I wanted Global Finance customers to know more and consequently have better financial choices in their lives.”
Diamonds.co.nz Now On The Map As A Major Jewellery Retailer
Discover what has taken Diamonds.co.nz from barely known to a highly sought-after diamond retailer.
GPP Markets Limited receives Derivative Issuer License in New Zealand
GPP Markets is pleased to announce that the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand, the New Zealand governments’ financial regulatory authority, has granted a Derivative Issuer License under the Financial Markets Conduct Act to the company.
New Social Media Courses for NZ Businesses
Clickthrough Digital is offering digital marketers and budding entrepreneurs a fantastic opportunity to up school at their new social media training courses.
Clickthrough’s new Social Media Marketing course is aimed at professional marketers, website owners, and digital marketing agencies who are keen to learn how to establish a strong online presence using key social media marketing techniques.
Business Operators expect bumper Chinese New Year for Queenstown in 2018
A big reason for the huge increase of Chinese tourists to New Zealand in 2018 for the Chinese New Year holidays is that more and more visitors from mainland China are choosing New Zealand as their main destination, as opposed to previous years where they would visit both Australia and New Zealand as part of a package tour.
Good Pantry – Fuelling your Health and a Sustainable future
A new business start-up with a focus on sustainable food choices in the form of superfoods. Created by three Kiwi friends on a mission to provide New Zealand with sustainable superfoods, GOOD PANTRY is the answer to eating for your future and good health, today. Good Pantry superfoods have a low impact on the worlds resources, combined with an impressive nutritional profile.
Hunting Wild Game With Lead-Based Ammunition May Contaminate Food Supply
New Zealand researchers publish a report which finds hunters using lead-based projectiles risk unsafe exposure to toxic lead in their meat.
Growth in fixed gas detection systems sector
Auckland-based Entec, a provider of instrumentation and gas detection solutions, is experiencing rapid growth in the sale of fixed gas detection systems, including some interesting and diverse new clients.
Wonderland Wins Instagrammy Social Media Marketer of the Year
Wellington’s own Wonderland Firm, a boutique PR and Social Media Agency, celebrated the end of 2017 with a well-deserved nod to founder Anne Buttar who won an international accolade for Social Media Marketer of the Year. This award was presented as part of the Instagrammy’s, an event sponsored by London-based Hopper HQ, a social media platform used worldwide.
MovingPros Award Winners Announced
The MovingPros 2017 Mover of the Year Award winners were announced today, recognising the top 10 movers on the platform from across New Zealand, based on verified customer reviews.
New Online Guitar Magazine Goes Live
On 3 November, Crazy ‘Bout Guitars, New Zealand’s first online guitar magazine, hit the web.