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Statistics NZ using iPad Minis for data collection
Apple

Statistics NZ using iPad Minis for data collection

Stats NZ turns to iPad Minis, revamps centuries-old data gathering, heralding real-time shop pricing analysis for key inflation indexes.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
CORRECT: NZ orange roughy exports accelerate as fish stocks improve
Statistics NZ

CORRECT: NZ orange roughy exports accelerate as fish stocks improve

New Zealand orange roughy exports are accelerating as catch limits of the deepwater fish, once a poster child for bad fisheries management, increas.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Feb 2015
CORRECT: NZ employment data supports picture of strong economy with little inflation
Statistics NZ

CORRECT: NZ employment data supports picture of strong economy with little inflation

New Zealand employment data showed a record number of people entered the workforce in the fourth quarter and the participation rate reached an all-.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2015
NZ dollar jumps almost 2 US cents after whole milk powder prices rise in GDT auction
Fonterra

NZ dollar jumps almost 2 US cents after whole milk powder prices rise in GDT auction

The New Zealand dollar surged nearly 2 US cents after whole milk powder prices jumped 19.2% at the GDT auction, boosting Fonterra's payout forecasts.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2015
End of the landline as more Kiwis head online?
Unified Communications

End of the landline as more Kiwis head online?

Three out of four households in New Zealand have internet access, while households with access to a landline telephone has dropped to 86%.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
NZ guest nights jump to a record in September on rise in international travellers
Statistics NZ

NZ guest nights jump to a record in September on rise in international travellers

NZ sees record guest nights in September, boosted by a surge in international visitors according to Statistics New Zealand.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2014
Say it in English!
Careers

Say it in English!

Optimal Usability and Careers New Zealand triumph at 2011 Plain English awards, showcasing the vital role of clarity in IT.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2011
Fewer kiwi firms for second year in a row
Small Business

Fewer kiwi firms for second year in a row

New Zealand sees a second annual decline in businesses amid economic uncertainty, as 48,950 firms shut their doors, outpacing the 42,370 start-ups.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2011
'Fonterra' Facebook page removed after uncomfortable questions
Facebook

'Fonterra' Facebook page removed after uncomfortable questions

Fonterra has removed its Facebook page rather than answer questions about its business practices says Greenpeace.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Nov 2010
Renaissance appoints new Apple GM
Renaissance

Renaissance appoints new Apple GM

Guy McKee is the new GM of Apple products at Renaissance, bringing vast experience from across the industry to drive growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2010
Statistics NZ launches Business Toolbox
Government

Statistics NZ launches Business Toolbox

Statistics NZ has launched Business Toolbox, a free online toolset aimed at SMEs, providing easy access to market data and industry performance.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Feb 2010

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NZ dollar benefits from commodity currency gains after RBA decision, Canadian GDP
Wall Street Journal

NZ dollar benefits from commodity currency gains after RBA decision, Canadian GDP

The New Zealand dollar rose along with other commodity currencies after the Australian Reserve Bank chose not to cut interest rates yesterday and foll.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015
Lamb wool prices close to 4-year high on increased demand from China
Statistics NZ

Lamb wool prices close to 4-year high on increased demand from China

New Zealand lamb wool prices jumped to their highest level in almost four years at auction yesterday on increased demand for the apparel fibre.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2015
Countdown posts 1.1% rise in 1Q sales as new stores openings offset weaker prices
Statistics NZ

Countdown posts 1.1% rise in 1Q sales as new stores openings offset weaker prices

Countdown saw a 1.1% boost in 1Q sales to NZD $1.5 billion, driven by new store openings, while comparable sales dipped 0.1% amid flat prices.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Nov 2014