Tauranga Home Show turns 20
The Tauranga Home Show proudly launches its 20th anniversary show in 2019. From humble beginnings, this iconic exhibition has evolved over two decades into...
More localism needed for effective development
The audience of leading business people at this year’s Business Leaders’ Lunch heard Tauranga MP Simon Bridges and Mayor Greg Brownless share major concerns...
Bill Holland moves to new role at HOBEC
Well-known Tauranga lawyer Bill Holland will transition in April to a new role at major Bay law firm Holland Beckett Law (HOBEC).
Holland retired as...
Be aware of the potential value gap
When eyeing up commercial or industrial property for sale, RV or rateable value, will be listed on the information memorandum. But just how much...
Tauranga firm launches new affordable housing concept
The founders of Bay-based Golden Homes – one of New Zealand’s largest privately owned residential building companies – have launched a new company targeting...
New cladding system
The Ubuilt cladding system ZX Panel, also developed by Helms, was recently launched as an easy to install non-combustible system aimed at overcoming what...
Seeka acquires Aongatete Coolstores for $25 million
Seeka has agreed to buy the kiwifruit orcharding, packing and coolstore business and assets of Aongatete Coolstores in the Bay of Plenty for $25...
Taking the first hydrofoil e-bike to the world
Manta5 asked Company-X to design and develop four e-commerce websites simultaneously.
When you’re launching the world’s first hydrofoil e-bike you need multiple websites internationally that...
Navigating the process of purchasing a business
In many cases, it makes sense to buy an existing business. You skip the risky start-up phase and gain an existing brand, client base,...
Agritech’s growing momentum
Recent initiatives reflect the volume of activity expected this year from the new agriculture and technical grouping Agritech New Zealand launched in 2018, says...
New Zealand to bid for World Avocado Congress
New Zealand Avocado will present a bid to host the 2023 World Avocado Congress (WAC) event in New Zealand when the industry group attends...
Oji and Port of Tauranga renew operating agreement
Major pulp and packing company Oji Fibre Solutions and the Port of Tauranga have confirmed their long-term relationship with the renewal of their Operating...
10 tips for tenants
Engaging an experienced lawyer specialising in leasing will ensure you are properly informed and protected when you enter a new lease. Jason Bywater-Lutman from...
Strong first half results for Port of Tauranga
Port of Tauranga has reported a strong start to the 2019 financial year, with increased cargo volumes contributing to a four percent increase in...
POLITICAL OPINION: The collective voice of experience
Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller recently delivered his fifth annual address at the Welcome Bay Business Breakfast. This is an edited version of...
Bay business people challenged to step outside comfort zones
Dr Paul Wood, who went from serving time in a maximum security prison, to working with the likes of Google and the Hurricanes, drew...
Celebrating Women in Law
When buying or selling a business, a property, or when it’s time to get personal affairs such as a Will organised, you’ll need legal...
Future-proofing Tauranga Airport
Contractors are putting the final touches to a major revamp of the Tauranga Airport terminal, which has more than doubled its footprint and is...
New Marine Precinct facility seeing strong activity
The new marine service hub for Tauranga Harbour’s Marine Precinct is showing strong growth following its official opening in August 2018. (See Bay of...
Taupo resort introduces AI-based booking system
Bay of Plenty business Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort says it understands it was the first holiday park worldwide to receive bookings via a new...