National commits to cutting building red tape
(11 Sep 2008)
National will cut back on the excessive red tape in the building industry and instead drive quality by encouraging warranties, better standards and improved skills, says National’s Building and Construction spokesman, Nick Smith.
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Landlord group's code sets high standards
(05 Sep 2008)
landlords have developed their own set of rules, barring them from renting dirty places, telling lies or making racists remarks to tenants more >>
OCR cut will provide new focus
(05 Sep 2008)
Financial markets and commentators expect to see a further cut in the official cash rate of interest next week. The Reserve Bank is due to announce its latest decision on the rate on Thursday 11 September. more >>