Infoblaze New Zealand

26/11/2025

Emirates sees Kiwi premium goods in high demand as UAE-New Zealand CEPA comes into force

Emirates SkyCargo is reporting a surge in demand for premium New Zealand exports as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the United Arab Emirates and New Zealand officially comes into force. The landmark agreement is opening new doors for Kiwi producers, with Emirates SkyCargo at the forefront, facilitating fast, reliable access to the UAE and beyond.

From Christchurch crayfish and Hawke’s Bay lamb to Central Otago cherries and Auckland orchids, high-quality New Zealand produce is gaining ground in Middle Eastern markets. With CEPA eliminating tariffs and streamlining customs procedures, volumes of these premium exports are expected to continue rising.

Emirates operates two daily flights between New Zealand and Dubai using its iconic A380 aircraft, a direct daily service from Auckland and a daily service from Christchurch via Sydney. In addition to its daily passenger aircraft, Emirates also flies two freighters into Auckland Airport weekly, giving Kiwi importers and exporters up to 600 tonnes of premium freight capacity every week....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115616



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23/11/2025

Stronger Fair Trading Act a win for consumers and rule-abiding businesses

Ensuring New Zealand’s markets are competitive and fair is central to the Commerce Commission’s work.

The Government’s decision to strengthen penalties under the Fair Trading Act is a welcome step that supports our efforts to protect consumers and promote fair competition between businesses.

For the Commission, this is about business accountability. We’ve long called for higher penalties under the Act because fines had become little more than a ‘cost of doing business’ for some. When misleading conduct leads to profits that outweigh the penalties, that’s a problem.....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115570

23/11/2025

08/11/2025

Prefabricated plastic manhole chamber solutions speed up progress on site, with superior durability and lower maintenance costs

NZ Entrepreneur | Supporter profile
Company: Australasia Moulding Ltd
Plastic manhole chamber solutions
NZ HQ: Kerikeri

Who do you work with and what key challenges do you help them solve?

For the past decade, Australasia Moulding Ltd has been providing prefabricated plastic manhole chamber solutions for the New Zealand drainage market.

Our innovative ROMOLD manhole chambers make the process of installing drainage child’s play, and are enthusiastically received by contractors. For developers, our chambers speed up progress on site and can lead to achieving title earlier. Council, who take ownership of the installed product, have an asset with superior durability and lower maintenance costs.

Australasia Moulding Ltd proudly works alongside our customers to ensure that solutions are tailored to their needs and delivered to their timelines....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115363

Australasia Moulding Ltd
NZ Entrepreneur Magazine

02/11/2025

Commerce Commission releases Mergers Q&A

The Commerce Commission has released a video Q&A with its Head of Mergers, Sam Holmes, and Mergers Committee Convener, Derek Johnston.

The conversation covers changes the Commission has recently made to its mergers processes. Upcoming changes to the mergers regime are also discussed, including how the Commission is preparing for recently announced amendments to the Commerce Act.....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115272

Commerce Commission

26/10/2025

ComCom cuts through confusion in telecommunications pricing

The Commerce Commission has released Product Disclosure – Price and Cost Guidelines to improve the clarity and comparability of pricing information for mobile and broadband services in New Zealand.

Telecommunications Commissioner, Tristan Gilbertson, says it can be difficult for consumers to understand exactly what they'll be paying, given the complexity of offers in the market.....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115172

Commerce Commission

22/10/2025

Food Recall Alert – Moncha Wholesale Pty Ltd - S&B Savory dish chilli oil

Moncha Wholesale Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale in Asian grocery stores in NSW.

Date Marking: Best Before 31/12/2026

The recall is due to the presence of undeclared allergens (almond and walnut)


For more information see: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/industry/foodrecalls/recalls/Pages/default.aspx

22/10/2025

How Smart Office Design is Driving Growth for Kiwi SMEs

For many SMEs, creating a strong brand is thought of in terms of marketing campaigns or social media ads. But there is another, often overlooked, driver of growth: the workplace itself. The way an office is designed directly influences productivity, staff wellbeing, and even how a brand is perceived by clients and partners. Agile Office Furniture helps New Zealand businesses create spaces that not only look professional but actively support growth.

Large organisations have long invested in custom-designed workplaces, but SMEs too can harness the power of smart office design without the cost of corporate fit-outs. A well-planned office environment can boost collaboration, reduce turnover, and provide a setting that reflects the identity of the business.....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115127


Via nzentrepreneur.co.nz

20/10/2025

The Government has invested $8 million in lower methane dairy genetics research

New methane research barn boosts farmer options

New methane research barn boosts farmer optionsThe Government has invested $8 million in lower methane dairy genetics research Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has said at the opening of a new state-of-the-art methane research facility in the Waikato today.

“Livestock Improvement Corporation’s (LIC) new ‘Methane Barn’ will enable large-scale monitoring and measurement of methane produced by lactating dairy cows,” Mr McClay says. “The research will enable farmers to select lower-emitting genetics and will be a valuable tool to help reduce biogenic methane without harming productivity....
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115101

Todd McClay MP
Agriculture Minister

18/10/2025

Mobile providers deliver clearer coverage maps and exit rights for consumers

The Commerce Commission has welcomed steps taken by New Zealand’s three mobile network providers to improve their coverage maps and ensure clear “exit rights” when coverage falls short of expectations.

The Commission’s Retail Service Quality Manager Andrew Young said the industry has responded positively to Commission guidelines issued last year, with providers now standardising their coverage maps and offering stronger protections for consumers.

“Consumers told us they wanted to use coverage maps to compare providers but found this difficult because the maps weren’t consistent. We’re working with industry and have fixed that problem,” Mr Young said......
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115078

Commerce Commission

13/10/2025

businesses explore $12 billion Defence capability opportunities

Yesterday, Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, the regional development agency, hosted an event connecting local industry with the significant opportunities emerging from New Zealand’s Defence Capability Plan.

The session brought together local manufacturers, engineers, and technology providers to explore how they can participate in delivering the Government’s $12 billion plan. Key areas of relevance for Taranaki industry include componentry manufacturing, deep asset maintenance, logistics, marine services, and technology.

Stacey Hitchcock, Deputy CE/GM Investment at Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, says the region’s industrial strengths align closely with the national Defence strategy, and it could offer a chance for Taranaki businesses to provide collective capability......
http://infoblaze.com/news/details/115010

Venture Taranaki


Via www.venture.org.nz

13/10/2025

🚤 New entry-level skipper certificate coming in 2026

You can preregister your interest in a new certificate – the Skipper Two Nautical Miles certificate.

This will be a new entry-level skipper certificate for small vessels. It is designed for people operating:

📏 Vessels up to six metres in length
🧭 Within two nautical miles of shore within defined limits
⚠️ On low-risk activities, where current skipper certificates are not a good fit

⚓ What this means

👉 This is a non-passenger certificate – you can’t carry paying passengers
👥 You can carry workmates (up to six people) during daylight hours
🎣 It applies to small non-passenger and fishing vessels

📅 We expect to introduce the certificate in the first half of 2026.
📘 Training and experience requirements are being developed.

📧 If you’d like to register your interest, please send your contact details to [email protected] and we’ll be in touch when more details are available.