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5 restaurant trends for 2023
In a fast-paced industry which has had to survive lockdowns and booms over the past two years, what’s in store for the restaurant sector in the year ahead?
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Daisy Lab - Changing the face of dairy production for a more sustainable future
It may sound like science fiction, but we might soon be living in a world where not all dairy comes from cows.
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Could New Zealand become a green hydrogen superpower?
With most of the world’s economies trying to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels, demand for alternative energy sources is at an all-time high – and it just keeps growing.
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Customer service a great entry to banking
From a customer service representative to managing a team of leaders, Westpac’s Ken Tuioti is a prime example of how an entry level role at Westpac can develop into a…
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Caught on tape: Listen to a real scammer in action
An authentic recording of a scammer extracting a confirmation code from a customer demonstrates the sophistication and believability that fraudsters are now able to portray.
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How to avoid a cryptocurrency scam
Cryptocurrency scams are on the rise and the average loss for victims is in the thousands.
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Winners of the iSPORT ball giveaway
We've chosen 40 schools and community organisations that will each receive 25 sports balls.
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Te Waiu o Aotearoa Trust Scholarships Announced
Four Māori tertiary business uni students have each received a grant.
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Inside the first ever event ticketing platform that donates 100% of its profits to charity
Inside the social enterprise.
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Swimmer, 17, completes Lake Taupo double crossing to fundraise for Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Third person ever to cross.
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Helping released prisoners reintegrate with 'New Start' bank accounts
The New Start scheme is the first of its kind in New Zealand.