Moteliers' warm welcome
Amici Motel, the former Aparima Motor Lodge in Hastings' Pakowhai Rd, was officially opened as Amici Motel on Thursday by Hastings Mayor Lawrence Yule.
View ArticlePop, bang, crack goes the housing bubble
We now accept that in any given year, there is likely to be a financial crisis in at least one country in the world," Stephen Cecchetti
View ArticleNZ professionals expecting a 'workation' - survey
Christmas holiday? What Christmas holiday? Prepare for disgruntled partners and disappointed children over the summer break.
View ArticleFinance: Allowance taxation a trial
The Inland Revenue Departmenthas offered to cut penalties for businesses that admit they haven't been taxing accommodation allowances given to their employees.
View ArticleOily rag: Celebrate chance to dine for less
This week we continue our "spend-less" Christmas theme.
View ArticleLiz Koh: Stick together on money matters
Good communication is important in any relationship and one of the most vital subjects to discuss is money.
View ArticleMore About Social Media
There is a misconception - Businesses believe once they have done the hard job of getting you to like their page that you will see their updates.
View ArticleFinance: To claim or not bach - GST
Sole traders potentially affected by a requirement to claim GST on their holiday homes can breathe a sigh of relief this summer, knowing that claiming and returning GST on rented holiday homes may soon...
View ArticleOily Rag: Classic Kiwi holiday treats for less
Sun, family, fun - and oily rag feasts. That pretty much sums up summer holidays for many, so we thought we would come up with some classic Kiwi treats.
View ArticleShelley Hanna: KiwiSaver is a key to the door
Q I am involved with community education, on basic financial literacy and budgeting. Through my work, I am trying to get people (especially kids) saving. Would you agree that KiwiSaver for kids is very...
View ArticleSigns of life in economy
Hawke's Bay's economy is showing signs of life, as newly released figures reveal more jobs are being advertised and more people paid to stay in accommodation here late last year.
View ArticleLiz Koh: Keep your wits about you on the retail trail
Going shopping over the holiday period can be a bit like going into battle with retailers who use every sneaky scheme they can think of to get you to buy their goods.
View ArticleDitch the excess gifts
According to Trade Me figures, thousands of New Zealanders will be heading online to hock off unwanted Christmas presents before the turkey's even gone cold on Christmas Day.
View ArticleHawke's Bay best place to be for successful game developer
Hawke's Bay game developer Dave Frampton is on a roll.
View ArticleShelley Hanna: Is KiwiSaver over when I turn 65
I joined KiwiSaver on September 15, 2007. I have been contributing, and my employer has also been contributing on my behalf, since. I turn 65 on June 24. What will happen then, will I still be able to...
View ArticleHawke'Hawthorne House visitors' choice
Hawthorne House in Hastings has been awarded second place in the Best Bed and Breakfast/Inn, South Pacific category in the 2013 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards.
View ArticleHawke's Bay duo take on Trade Me
Trade Me's latest challenger is from Hawke's Bay businessmen Alan Slater and Wade Burrell.
View ArticleFinance: A nasty cliff could await us all
So a financial disaster for the US has been averted.
View ArticleBest iPhone/Android gadgets
Did you know you can use your phone as a scanner, thermometer, credit card terminal? Or attach a telephoto lens to it.
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