When Dr Sandra Grau-Bartual began a PhD at Auckland University of Technology in 2014, she had no intention of becoming an entrepreneur. Originally from Spain, she had completed a master's of chemical engineering in Brussels and came to New Zealand as a tourist, wanting to improve her English.  ..read more

The Employment Relations Act 2000 came into force more than 24 years ago with the object of building productive employment relationships by promoting good faith in all aspects of the employment environment and employment relationship.  One of the six key ways of doing that is “by promoting mediation as the primary problem-solving mechanism other than for enforcing employment standards”.   ..read more

For 25 years, Bayleys' Total Property has delivered the very best of commercial property. Showcasing exclusive market insights into New Zealand’s property market and the latest property opportunities for sale nationwide. Underpinned by our local, national, and global sales teams, we connect buyers and vendors with opportunities, to deliver altogether better results every time.  In this issue, we explore how global ultra-high-net-worth individuals are navigating a new era with shifting priorities and expectations. We also take a dive into some of the wellness trends and initiatives that ar ..read more

Global management consultants McKinsey have delivered recommendations to KiwiRail about lifting performance at the state-owned rail operator. KiwiRail chief executive Peter Reidy wouldn’t be drawn on specifics, but BusinessDesk understands McKinsey suggested ways to simplify the business and identified possible targets to grow the share of freight carried by rail ..read more

By Eric Martin (Bloomberg) -- The Biden administration called on China to improve its protections of intellectual property, saying that the pace of Beijing’s reforms remains too slow ..read more

Last week, the government joint venture AgriZeroNZ announced it was investing $5 million from a now $183m war chest into BioLumic, part of a multi-pronged effort to reduce cattle and sheep farming emissions. A technology fix is shaping up to be New Zealand’s best hope of reducing farm emissions, keeping customers and trading partners happy while avoiding a major fall in production ..read more

By Julie Steinberg Miner Anglo American is considering a sale of De Beers, its storied diamond unit that has recently struggled, according to people familiar with the matter.  ..read more

What gambling game is traditionally played in Australian pubs and clubs on Anzac Day? In New Zealand military history, what do the names Sling and Maadi refer to? What historic event took place in the Wairarapa village of Tinui in 1916? What nickname did the Gestapo give to Wellington-born Nancy Wake, who fought with the French Resistance in the Second World War? Complete the title of a First World War marching song: “It’s a Long Way to …” Which war claimed the lives of more NZ servicemen – Vietnam or Korea? What was the nationality of Irena Sendler, who saved an estimated 2,500 Jewish childr ..read more

Aotearoa New Zealand's startup and venture capital scene has a bit of a problem, with some investors taking too much equity for their money, leaving founders with little incentive to put in the effort it takes to grow their businesses.  On top of that, using equity to attract talent is near-impossible when it just lands that talent with a big tax bill the day they start ..read more

Is 2%, or a 1-3% target range for inflation, still the appropriate objective for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand?  That question could well be asked more and more as the costs of getting rid of inflation mount. As the Reserve Bank of NZ (RBNZ) governor has noted, “the last few yards may be very difficult ..read more