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Kiwi consumers tightened their belts in late 2024 but still spent up online


Kiwi consumers tightened their belts in late 2024 but still spent up online
Justin Lester
NCSC reports a big jump in 'high-loss" cyber crime incidents in Q4 2024
A cyber crime breach often starts with a phone call from an alleged organisation, leading to the compromise of computers and accounts.
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NCSC reports a big jump in 'high-loss" cyber crime incidents in Q4 2024
Gill South
New Zealand's summer hotspots: Where Kiwis spent big over the holidays
Aucklanders led the way in domestic tourist spending over the peak summer, in places like Queenstown, Coromandel and the Far North.


New Zealand's summer hotspots: Where Kiwis spent big over the holidays
Justin Lester
Understanding your profit & loss
Why understanding Profit and Loss is essential for small business


Understanding your profit & loss
Nicola Mackle
5 tips for small businesses to get paid promptly
Learn how to get paid on time with these 5 tips for better invoice management and cash flow


5 tips for small businesses to get paid promptly
Ben Loffhagen
How to write a small business marketing plan in six steps
Follow these 6 steps to set goals, target customers, and drive growth


How to write a small business marketing plan in six steps
Luke Geeves
Kiwi designer's athleisure brand Nana-J launched in Sydney and made in Bali
Kiwi entrepreneur Jess Hill is targeting millennials who have gone through burnout for her relaxed retro clothing brand.
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Kiwi designer's athleisure brand Nana-J launched in Sydney and made in Bali
Gill South
Why startup founders have to keep learning while running their new businesses
Educator Frances Valintine says AI means keeping up with new tech is a necessity for all NZ businesses.
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Why startup founders have to keep learning while running their new businesses
Gill South
Being a B Corp makes the export journey much smoother, say certified Kiwi businesses
Why socially and environmentally conscious B Corp Kiwi businesses are standing by the need to be good corporate citizens.


Being a B Corp makes the export journey much smoother, say certified Kiwi businesses
Gill South
A small business raising housing standards one plank at a time
Toa Homes, a joint venture has used simple tech to build passive-style airtight homes anywhere in the country.
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A small business raising housing standards one plank at a time
Gill South
When they were offered a place at the table, Acme Cups owners said yes
Two long term employees bought Acme Cups in 2022 and are continuing the legacy but having a voice of their own.


When they were offered a place at the table, Acme Cups owners said yes
Gill South
Small businesses now have access to Employee Assistance Programme support that big business has always had
As Kiwi business owners and employees struggle with increased burnout and anxiety an EAP will help them through tough times.


Small businesses now have access to Employee Assistance Programme support that big business has always had
Gill South
Rita Edited marketplace for creatives - what the first six months have been like
Two Hawke's Bay entrepreneurs share their journey of building a platform for artists and businesses, that encourages conscious consumption.


Rita Edited marketplace for creatives - what the first six months have been like
Gill South
Mother daughter brand Nomu Matcha launched after frustration with bad matcha experiences
These two entrepreneurs have partnered with a third generation matcha producer in Japan and are bringing the beverage to New Zealand with their help.


Mother daughter brand Nomu Matcha launched after frustration with bad matcha experiences
Gill South
When dissatisfied workers can't resign and become employee hostages
Disengaged employees are costly and many feel under-supported in the workplace, according to new research.
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When dissatisfied workers can't resign and become employee hostages
Gill South
Carried Away, a business for a couple who didn't want to retire
Mechanical engineer Mike Nelson came up with the idea of flatpack coffins six years ago and it's taken on a life of its own.
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Carried Away, a business for a couple who didn't want to retire
Gill South
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