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Sharesies plans August crypto launch, invites early access sign-ups
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Sharesies plans August crypto launch, invites early access sign-ups

Sharesies is preparing to provide New Zealanders access to cryptocurrencies and anticipates a beta launch in August.“Crypto has been one of the most popular requests from our customers for several years now," Sharesies co-CEO Leighton Roberts said.Customers are being invited to r...

Rebecca Howard 30 Jul 2025
Michael Hill dies
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Michael Hill dies

Michael Hill, the founder of Michael Hill Jeweller, died this morning aged 86.Hill stepped down from his role on the board of Michael Hill Jewellers to undergo cancer treatment in April.In a statement the business said Hill was “a celebrated jeweller, entrepreneur, philanthropist...

Staff reporters 29 Jul 2025
Air NZ Auckland airport lounge overhaul
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Air NZ Auckland airport lounge overhaul

Air New Zealand says it will nearly double the size of its Auckland Airport international lounge.The airline’s plans follow moves from rival Qantas to add 100 extra seats to its own Auckland lounge.Air NZ chief executive Greg Foran said the project would start next year and likel...

Staff reporters 28 Jul 2025
New CFO for KMD Brands
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New CFO for KMD Brands

Carla Webb-Sear has been appointed group chief financial officer for KMD Brands.She will join the group executive team on Aug 4 and report to Brent Scrimshaw, group chief executive and managing director.She joins KMD Brands from Qantas, where she was chief financial and strategy...

Staff reporters 25 Jul 2025