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Crowdfunders told to expect loss as Peoples Coffee sold
Economy

Crowdfunders told to expect loss as Peoples Coffee sold

"I wanted the business to be owned by the people."

Gregor Thompson 14 Aug 2025
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ASB sees credit, opex growth
Economy

ASB sees credit, opex growth

ASB sees credit growth in 2026 as Kiwi economy grows, but no let-up in opex. 

Staff reporters 13 Aug 2025
Inside Goodnature's 'world-leading' trap factory
Environment

Inside Goodnature's 'world-leading' trap factory

Goodnature CEO Shoemack wants to "flip the industry upside down".

Gregor Thompson 13 Aug 2025
RBNZ to cut more than 20% of its workforce
Economy

RBNZ to cut more than 20% of its workforce

The job cuts come after its budget was slashed. 

Rebecca Howard 12 Aug 2025


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