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2025 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalists announced
Ernst & Young New Zealand has announced the 19 finalists for the 2025 EY Entrepreneur of the Year...
Surcharge ban to shake up payment practices for SMEs and retailers
Small retailers are preparing for a major shift in how they manage electronic payment costs, following the Government’s announcement of a...
NZ Leadership Awards finalists announced
This week, 34 individuals have been named as finalists in the 2025 New Zealand Leadership...
Mental health awareness grows among NZ SMEs – but support still lacking
New research from Peninsula Group has revealed a growing awareness among New Zealand SMEs of the importance of mental health in the...
30 years of magic memories
Queenstown-based Magic Memories has emerged as the leading global player in the personalised digital experience market. Founder John...
AI opportunity slipping past many Kiwi SMEs despite tech ROI gains
New research from MYOB’s 2025 Business Monitor shows a sharp rise in AI adoption among New Zealand’s SMEs, but also highlights a...
Knowledge has de-risked decision-making for pharmacist Kerryn Stokes
With the support of a BNZ scholarship, Christchurch business owner Kerryn Stokes has invested in herself to complete the Icehouse Owner...
Icehouse Business Owner Programme alumni win at Hi-Tech Awards
Fresh off a major win at the 2025 Hi-Tech Awards, Deep Dive Division Co-Founder Courtney Karalus shares how the Icehouse Business Owner...
Future-proof your business with AI and a supportive network
From automation to AI-driven insights, the tools that once seemed out of reach are now more accessible and cost-effective than ever,...
NZ business optimism hits six-year high, 2degrees survey finds
Businesses are bullish on growth, productivity and tech-driven transformation despite cost pressures according to 2degrees Shaping Business...
The chicken before the egg: ERP systems for SMEs
As technology becomes more accessible and scalable, even the smallest businesses can benefit from streamlined operations, smarter data, and...
Episode 18: Crafting luxury with purpose, the Deadly Ponies story
In this season finale, Lilah McDonald sits down with Liam Bowden, the creative force behind New Zealand’s iconic leather accessories...
Episode 17: Turning the mic to Lilah McDonald
In this special bonus episode, we turn the tables on Sustainably Ever After host Lilah McDonald, and hear her story as a young...
SYOS Aerospace tops stellar 2025 NZ Hi-Tech Awards line-up
Mount Maunganui-based SYOS Aerospace has been named the PwC Hi-Tech Company of the Year at the 2025 NZ Hi-Tech...
Budget 2025 reaction: Business applauds investment incentives, concern over KiwiSaver changes
Budget 2025 - aka the no BS budget - has been welcomed by sections of the business community as a credible and growth-focused response to...
Top hospitality talent celebrated in finalists announcement for 2025 Awards
The country's top hospitality businesses and professionals have been named finalists in the 2025 Lion Hospitality New Zealand Awards for...
SBN and NZI shine spotlight on next generation of leaders and innovators
Sustainable Business Network has joined forces with long-time supporter NZI to launch Next Fest, a new programme that puts the spotlight on...
Budget 2025: SMEs seek tax cuts, less red tape as confidence wavers
SMEs say they want real action on tax relief and regulatory reform from Budget...
Episode 16: Bryce Marsden on sustainable impact through education, youth and environment
In this episode of Sustainably Ever After, Lilah McDonald sits down with Bryce Marsden, Chief Executive of the Milford...
Entries open for 2025 Sustainable Business Awards
Entries are now open for the 2025 Sustainable Business Awards – New Zealand’s pre-eminent sustainability...
Entries now open for The David Awards 2025
The David Awards 2025 are now officially open for entries, offering small and home-based business owners across Aotearoa the chance to gain...
Episode 15: Brianne West is back to change the world again
In this powerhouse episode, Lilah McDonald sits down with Brianne West, celebrated Founder of Ethique and now the brains behind...
Final speaker lineup announced for Ignite ‘25 Growth Summit
More than 400 business leaders from across New Zealand are set to converge at the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland next week for the...
New data reveals why Kiwi SMEs are borrowing
New data shows that New Zealand’s small businesses are increasingly turning to lending to manage cashflow and fund...
Episode 14: Redefining fashion with Aidan Bartlett of Designer Wardrobe
In conversation with Aidan Bartlett, CEO of Designer Wardrobe – a fashion resale platform that’s redefining how New Zealanders interact...
Strategic investment: Areas for your business growth
Five strategic growth areas to focus on, from customer-centric improvements to empowering your team and leveraging effective...
SME confidence climbs as economic outlook turns positive, survey
For the first time in five years, optimism among New Zealand SMEs is leading economic sentiment, according to a new...
Cashflow advice from Tony Falkenstein: Communicate early, prioritise cash
Tony Falkenstein’s philosophy is clear: “Profit is a matter of opinion; cash is a matter of...
Retailers lead business optimism amid soft demand
NZIER’s April 2025 Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion shows continued lift in business...