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New Zealand · New ZealandConsumer spending remained weak in March despite recent interest rate cuts, according to new data from Worldline NZ. The figures show little change from February’s subdued spending patterns, reflecting a cautious retail environment. Consumer spending through all core retail merchants in Worldline NZ’s payments network totalled $3.95 billion for March 2025, down -0.8 percent compared to the same month last year after accounting for merchant chang…See the Story
Consumer spending remains sluggish despite falling interest rates
New Zealand · New ZealandPictured above: Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Louise Upston. With hospitality businesses nationwide under significant pressure due to the current economic climate, newly appointed Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Louise Upston has much to do to help stimulate this significant GDP contributor. From boosting international visitors to tackling red tape and workforce challenges, the Minister shares how the she plans to support hospitalit…See the Story
Minister Louise Upston’s plan to attract more visitors and less red tape for hospitality operators
Auckland, New Zealand · AucklandWhen EV Maritime’s first electric fast-ferry graces Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour later this year, the eyes of the ferry world will be watching. “This is the first time a major city is taking electrification into the heart of a complex, integrated ferry network – rather than just point-to-point,” says Michael Eaglen, Founder and CEO. “Our boats will operate at high frequency, to a rigorous schedule, on long hours, with fast turnaround, on a big h…See the Story
Ferry world eyes EV Maritime’s electric innovations
New Zealand · New ZealandChances are you’ve heard about Prezzy Card, you’ve either gifted one or been lucky enough to receive one. And it’s easy to see why, over five million of these cards are printed and sold each year in New Zealand. NZBusines sits down with the man behind Prezzy Card and Gift Station in New Zealand, Roger Smith, who shares his business journey in the digital payments space, and speaks to the e-wallet trend. When Roger Smith acquired his first paymen…See the Story
Modernising digital payment solutions
Wellington, New Zealand · WellingtonPictured above: Hi-Tech Awards trustee David Downs at the finalists announcement (Credit: Dave Coles). The finalists for the 2025 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards have been announced, with a record number of more than 300 companies entering this year’s competition. The milestone comes as the awards celebrate their 30th anniversary, marking three decades of recognising excellence in New Zealand’s thriving technology sector. Marian Johnson, Chair of the…See the Story
2025 Hi-Tech Awards finalists named
Podcast · New ZealandI’m beyond excited to share that Coffees and Content has officially teamed up with NZBusiness, a partnership that’s been a long time coming. David Nothling-Demmer (Editor of NZBusiness) and I have been talking for a while now about how we could bring something valuable to life together – something that gives business owners practical, real-world marketing advice that actually makes a difference. This collaboration is all about that. What is Coff…See the Story
We’ve officially joined forces: NZBusiness x Coffees and Content
Technology · AucklandThe hypermasculine ‘tech bro’ culture often associated with Silicon Valley is alive and well in New Zealand’s start-up scene, according to University of Auckland researchers. In a new paper by Professor Anne de Bruin and Dr Janine Swail, the academics explore how gender dynamics shape entrepreneurial ecosystems – the networks, organisations, and funding systems that support start-ups. Despite a perception of openness, these ecosystems are far fr…See the Story
