Southpac Group is preparing to expand its North American adviser network as US doctors and other professionals seek greater protection against litigation risk. The New Zealand firm says its client numbers increased by more than 290 per cent between 2022 and 2025.
New data from realestate.co.nz and Stay Luxe shows wealthy international visitors are driving significant growth in luxury rental demand. The Golden Visa New Zealand trend is also increasing spending across hospitality, tourism, transport, retail and premium services before migrants purchase property.
AI search is changing how Auckland businesses are discovered and evaluated. The shift is set to increase demand for credible media coverage, expert content and strategic reputation management.
Tauranga-based Clarity Distilling Company is preparing for international expansion after its whey-based Navy Gin received 99 points at the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition. The result has generated enquiries from overseas consumers and distributors, creating the potential for a multimillion-dollar New Zealand gin export business.
Healthy Skin Lab is seeking a $4 million strategic investment after its tinted SPF 50 moisturiser attracted viral attention and more than $2 million in organic sales. The New Zealand skincare export business plans to increase US production and pursue pharmacy, healthcare and retail distribution.
Southpac Group has appointed Impact PR to lead its strategic communications, media relations and thought leadership across New Zealand and international markets. The appointment supports the international fiduciary services provider’s continued growth and expanding North American profile.
New Zealand’s largest gym chain, CityFitness, has appointed Auckland public relations agency Impact PR to support its strategic communications, media relations, thought leadership and national brand communications programme.
Christchurch medtech startup Zuuka is preparing to commercialise a world-first wearable drug platform for injectable treatments. The technology is designed to reduce complexity, improve adherence and support future diabetes, obesity, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s therapies.
Calder Stewart is set to invest more than $110 million in rooftop solar and battery storage across its industrial property portfolio. The rollout could help lower energy costs for manufacturers, logistics firms and other industrial occupiers while reducing pressure on the national grid.
New Zealand doctors are warning Kiwis about the potential hair transplant cancer risk linked to overseas medical tourism. Specialists say undetected skin cancers and infections may be spread during surgery if proper doctor-led checks are not carried out.
New research has linked young tradies to elevated suicide risk in the NSW construction sector, prompting calls for tougher action on workplace bullying and psychological stress. The Professional Builder founder Marti Amos says the industry must better protect apprentices and young workers.
Auckland’s industrial and commercial land values have reached record highs as development-ready sites become harder to secure. New realestate.co.nz data shows shrinking site availability is reshaping business costs, logistics and investment decisions.
Otago and Southland patients can now access advanced cancer imaging closer to home with the opening of Dunedin’s first permanent PET-CT service. The Pacific Radiology Group investment expands regional diagnostic capacity and is expected to support faster cancer diagnosis, staging and treatment planning.
A tokenised property investment New Zealand platform has secured its first Auckland development site for an $8.9 million townhouse project in Onehunga. The model allows retail investors to take fractional equity stakes in residential property development.
New Eset data shows QR code scams are becoming a fast-growing cyber threat in New Zealand, with quishing now accounting for around one in 10 attacks across its local user base. Experts warn courier fee confusion, mobile device use and multi-format phishing are increasing the risk for consumers and businesses.
A $500m Hornby Quadrant industrial expansion is reshaping South Island supply chains as land shortages intensify. The Christchurch development is attracting global interest and driving economic growth.
The Te Rua archive facility in New Zealand has opened in Wellington, setting a global benchmark for protecting documentary heritage and taonga.
A new MRI service in Wanaka will improve access to diagnostic imaging for thousands of Central Otago residents, reducing travel and wait times.
New data shows industrial property in New Zealand is entering a major expansion phase as export growth drives demand for logistics, warehousing and distribution infrastructure.
New research suggests up to one third of people may have low levels of C15:0, a fatty acid linked to metabolic health, as dairy consumption patterns shift.