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Echo Technology acquires secure data disposal expert, BMS

Echo Technology, the country's leading e-waste recycler, is buying BMS, a specialist in secure data disposal plus refurbishing and reselling...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
airlines ground middle east flights after iran strikes

Airlines ground Middle East flights after Iran strikes

Airlines have grounded flights across the Middle East after U.S. and Israeli strikes hit Iranian targets early Saturday, prompting retaliatory...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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GrabOne relaunches under new Kiwi ownership after liquidation

The deals platform GrabOne has relaunched under new New Zealand ownership—almost a year after its operator entered liquidation. Paradigm Group, a...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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NZ productivity stagnation deepens economic sustainability concerns

New Zealand’s long-run growth record has come under renewed scrutiny, with Matthew Hooton cautioning that the country could drift towards...

By Nicole Valdez | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
us crude jumps 8% above $72 amid iran crisis

US crude jumps 8% above $72 amid Iran crisis

Crude oil prices rocketed more than 8% on Sunday evening as fears grew over supply risks from the U.S.-Iran conflict. U.S....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
iran hits gulf allies in us retaliation

Iran hits Gulf allies in US retaliation

Iran has bombarded U.S.-friendly Gulf states with drones and ballistic missiles, upending the region's calm. UAE airports in Dubai and Abu...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Carney lands in India to reset trade ties

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in India on a key trip to strengthen ties and diversify trade away...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Casualties mount in US-Israel, Iran clashes

The U.S. and Israel launched air assaults on Iran early Saturday, urging citizens to topple the clerical regime. Dubbed "Epic Fury"...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Waikaka Gold Mines scores consent for $50M yearly haul

Waikaka Gold Mines Ltd, poised to yield over $50 million annually, has received approval. It has secured approval from Gore District...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 03 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Guess exits China retail after 18 years amid ABG asset-light pivot

Guess will close all of its online and bricks-and-mortar stores in China by month-end, ending 18 years of direct retail...

By Nicole Valdez | 02 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Apples business lifts T&G earnings as export volumes surge

T&G Global has posted its first annual profit since 2021 and is now targeting an 80% expansion of its apples...

By Nicole Valdez | 02 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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School health services improve wellbeing and attendance, study says

A review released on 25 February by the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) suggests integrating health and allied health services...

By Nicole Valdez | 02 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Asthma and Respiratory Foundation absorbs Lung Foundation NZ

Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is announcing its formal absorption of Lung Foundation NZ, strengthening the national voice on respiratory...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 02 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Inflation tops Kiwis’ worry list at 59% in latest poll

Inflation/cost of living remains the top concern for Kiwis, with 59% naming it a major issue, new data from the...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 02 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
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Health workers approve new deal with Health NZ after 18 months of talks

Over 3,500 health workers have approved a new collective agreement with Health New Zealand following a negotiation marathon which occurred...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 02 Mar 2026 | 2 min read
iran strike risks oil shock, recession

Iran strike risks oil shock, recession

The recent U.S.-Israeli attack on OPEC member Iran has ignited fears of severe oil disruptions in the Middle East that...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 02 Mar 2026 | 3 min read
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