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NZSale closed for business

November 23, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Customers will only be able to return faulty or damaged items as the site closes operations in New Zealand. Unsplash/ Rupixen Christmas shoppers won’t be stocking up at NZSale this year. The site has closed its operations in New Zealand as of Sunday. Customers will not be able to return items ... <a title="NZSale closed for business" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/23/nzsale-closed-for-business/" aria-label="Read more about NZSale closed for business">Read more</a>

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Oceania Healthcare posts profit, despite revenue drop

November 21, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand File image. 123RF Retirement village operator Oceania Healthcare has made a first-half profit, despite a slight drop in total revenue. The company’s total unit sales rose 5 percent to 271 units, including 161 care suites and 110 independent living units. Key numbers for the six months ended September compared with a ... <a title="Oceania Healthcare posts profit, despite revenue drop" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/21/oceania-healthcare-posts-profit-despite-revenue-drop/" aria-label="Read more about Oceania Healthcare posts profit, despite revenue drop">Read more</a>

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ERoad slumps to $144m loss in wake of setbacks in North America

November 21, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand ERoad Transport software company ERoad slumped to a $144.2 million interim loss after a major accounting write-down in its North American assets, which did not deliver to expectations. Key numbers for the six months ended September compared with a year ago: Net loss $144.2m vs $1.5m loss Revenue $99.1m vs $95.9m ... <a title="ERoad slumps to $144m loss in wake of setbacks in North America" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/21/eroad-slumps-to-144m-loss-in-wake-of-setbacks-in-north-america/" aria-label="Read more about ERoad slumps to $144m loss in wake of setbacks in North America">Read more</a>

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Neighbour wins $30k payout over half-done, ‘blight’ of an apartment block in Auckland

November 21, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand The half-finished apartment building in Auckland’s Epsom has been left derelict for the past six years. MELANIE EARLEY / RNZ A man whose business sat right next to a half-finished apartment block is still waiting to be paid $30,000, after ageing concrete collapsed and blocked his driveway. The Epsom Central Apartments ... <a title="Neighbour wins $30k payout over half-done, ‘blight’ of an apartment block in Auckland" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/21/neighbour-wins-30k-payout-over-half-done-blight-of-an-apartment-block-in-auckland/" aria-label="Read more about Neighbour wins $30k payout over half-done, ‘blight’ of an apartment block in Auckland">Read more</a>

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Board directors believe economy is improving – report

November 21, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Board directors were feeling positive about the economic outlook. (File photo) Supplied/ Kenny Eliason Board directors have a strong sense the economy is improving, amid rising concerns about shareholder activism, while other emerging risks go largely unchecked. The annual Director Sentiment Survey, by the Institute of Directors (IoD) in association with ... <a title="Board directors believe economy is improving – report" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/21/board-directors-believe-economy-is-improving-report/" aria-label="Read more about Board directors believe economy is improving – report">Read more</a>

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Fiji Business Awards celebrate big achievements from humble beginnings

November 20, 2025

Asia Pacific Report Entrepreneurs, professionals, families and community leaders from across Aotearoa New Zealand came together last night for the inaugural Fiji Business Awards NZ, reports Webfit News. Hosted by the Fiji Business Network (NZ) at Auckland’s Remuera Club and backed by platinum sponsor Bunnings Trade, the evening was a reminder that many Fiji businesses ... <a title="Fiji Business Awards celebrate big achievements from humble beginnings" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/fiji-business-awards-celebrate-big-achievements-from-humble-beginnings/" aria-label="Read more about Fiji Business Awards celebrate big achievements from humble beginnings">Read more</a>

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Butter prices are falling at global auction, so why not in shops too?

November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Butter prices have been a hot topic of conversation this year. RNZ / screenshots The price of butter fell 7.6 percent at Wednesday’s Global Dairy Auction , but what will this mean for the price consumers are paying at the supermarket? In July, the price of butter had increased about 50 ... <a title="Butter prices are falling at global auction, so why not in shops too?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/butter-prices-are-falling-at-global-auction-so-why-not-in-shops-too/" aria-label="Read more about Butter prices are falling at global auction, so why not in shops too?">Read more</a>

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AFT Pharmaceuticals’ revenue up a third on last year

November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand AFT Pharmaceuticals expected second half sales and earnings to be greater than the first half. OKSANA KAZYKINA/123RF Drug maker AFT Pharmaceuticals has reported a strong first-half result with revenue up a third over the year earlier. The company best known for its Maxigesic pain medication made a first net half profit ... <a title="AFT Pharmaceuticals’ revenue up a third on last year" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/aft-pharmaceuticals-revenue-up-a-third-on-last-year/" aria-label="Read more about AFT Pharmaceuticals’ revenue up a third on last year">Read more</a>

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Turners Automotive posts first-half net profit of $21.9 million

November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Turners Automotive posted a net profit $21.9 million for the six months ended September. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Car dealer and financier Turners Automotive posted a record first-half result as its loan book grew strongly, while margins also improved, despite subdued consumer demand. Key numbers for the six months ended September ... <a title="Turners Automotive posts first-half net profit of $21.9 million" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/turners-automotive-posts-first-half-net-profit-of-21-9-million/" aria-label="Read more about Turners Automotive posts first-half net profit of $21.9 million">Read more</a>

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Developer unveils plans for luxury apartments at site of Eastbourne fruit shop

November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand The second-generation owners of the Eastbourne Fruit Supply are shutting up shop next June, after 65 years of operation. RNZ / MARK PAPALII A developer taking over the site of an iconic Wellington fruit shop has unveiled his plans to transform the building into luxury apartments. The second-generation owners of the ... <a title="Developer unveils plans for luxury apartments at site of Eastbourne fruit shop" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/developer-unveils-plans-for-luxury-apartments-at-site-of-eastbourne-fruit-shop/" aria-label="Read more about Developer unveils plans for luxury apartments at site of Eastbourne fruit shop">Read more</a>

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Economic recovery a tale of two islands

November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf It’s tough for shoppers buying meat and dairy at the checkout but strong dairy payouts and higher returns for sheep and beef farmers are fuelling the early days of economic recovery. The latest look at the state of regional economies by consultancy Infometrics confirms the recovery is underway but is ... <a title="Economic recovery a tale of two islands" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/economic-recovery-a-tale-of-two-islands/" aria-label="Read more about Economic recovery a tale of two islands">Read more</a>

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Work Christmas parties are coming – how to smash small talk

November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand This time of year we’re forced into even more small talk situations than normal, as Christmas events are added to the calendar with family, friends and end-of-year office mixers. Robert Poynton reckons feeling awkward about breaking ice and making chit-chat is totally normal. The University of Oxford associate fellow helps leaders ... <a title="Work Christmas parties are coming – how to smash small talk" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/11/20/work-christmas-parties-are-coming-how-to-smash-small-talk/" aria-label="Read more about Work Christmas parties are coming – how to smash small talk">Read more</a>