News in Brief

News in Brief
Zespri forecasts strong returns for kiwifruit
News in Brief

Zespri forecasts strong returns for kiwifruit

Zespri is holding its annual meeting today.

Riley Kennedy 21 Aug 2025
ComCom recommends rural copper network deregulation
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ComCom recommends rural copper network deregulation

The Commerce Commission has recommended the deregulation of the rural copper network in New Zealand.Telecommunications Commissioner Tristan Gilbertson said that advancements in technology have made copper regulation unnecessary for promoting competition.He noted that many rural c...

BD AI 21 Aug 2025
‘One of the most challenging periods in Spark’s history’
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‘One of the most challenging periods in Spark’s history’

Spark has reported another big fall in profit, with reported net profit down 17.7% to $260 million, or a 33.6% fall to $227m, adjusting for asset sales and other one-offs.“The past year has been one of the most challenging periods in Spark’s history, as we navigated economic head...

Staff reporters 20 Aug 2025
SkyCity in trading halt over capital raise announcement
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SkyCity in trading halt over capital raise announcement

SkyCity is in trading halt over equity raise speculation.

Staff reporters 19 Aug 2025