Items filtered by date: Tuesday, 02 December 2014

Apr 20 -  But in light of Brexit, the UK is taking an increased interest in the Commonwealth's functions, and that could prove fruitful as New Zealand prepares to negotiate a free trade deal with that country. As a small country, New Zealand relies heavily on the rules-based system keeping the world in check.

Apr 20 - More than 60 diplomatic officials have sought immunity in New Zealand in the last 20 years. And while the most recent case involving an EU diplomat is over a rental dispute, there have been much more serious cases. Of those who have sought immunity, 25 have committed violent or sexual offences.

Apr 20 - Australia's most crucial trade relationship is under threat — and the impact could take a serious toll on the country's industries. Chinese ambassador to Australia Cheng Jingye has criticised the state of Canberra and Beijing's relationship, warning that Australia needs to do more to "increase mutual trust".

Apr 20 -  Proposed plans for a research and development tax incentive are being welcomed by New Zealand business – if it can be properly designed.

Singapore Airlines is the world's best carrier, according to TripAdvisor, which earlier this month  announced it as the global winner of its annual Travelers' Choice Awards.

Will this technology hasten the construction of homes in New Zealand!

Apr 19 - Decades of failed attempts to clean up two contaminated lakes in Hawke's Bay may be coming to an end as hapū and officials work together on a new $3.5 million project.

Apr 19 - Bitcoin may fail the definition of money because of its volatility and central banks may be better to get behind digital currencies that have a fixed exchange rate into cash, says Reserve Bank of New Zealand senior economic analyst Amber Wadsworth