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A trans-Tasman trading bubble won’t cure all our economic boggles The idea of an economic ‘bubble’ between New Zealand, Australia and potentially more Pacific Island nations presents exciting opportunities for…

The five biggest mistakes small businesses make and how to avoid them Stacey Price, financial coach, accountant and the founder of Healthy Business Finances shares the biggest mistakes small business…

Banks are taking applications for mortgage holidays from consumers affected by COVID-19. So, Consumer NZ looks at the pros and cons of deferring mortgage repayments. What is a mortgage holiday?…

Where does the housing market go from here? The latest QV House Price Index data for March provides us with a view of the housing market as New Zealand headed…

How much damage has the economy incurred and how do we lessen the impact? The Alert Level 4 and subsequent lockdowns were a public health necessity for New Zealand, there’s…

Companies need to make the right decisions – not rash ones As the country heads back to work in what can only be describes as uncertain times, an employment law…

Survey reveals the impact of lockdowns on local businesses More than 63 percent of respondents to a recent survey of Canterbury businesses are reporting significant financial impacts from COVID-19. Over…

    More economic freedom will be the key to surviving the next phase of the COVID-19 recovery, and the Government should step aside as soon as it can, according…

By Murray Jack What a difference a year makes! Last year’s budget was full of optimism with the most significant tax changes in 25 years targeted to provide a platform…

Bob Stewart is a business recovery team leader at Recover Canterbury, part of a team of experienced and skilled business recovery coordinators helping earthquake-impacted businesses get back on their feet.…