Fresh produce company T&G Global has revised its FY23 loss before tax forecast to between $60 million and $67m, nearly double the assessment post Cyclone Gabrielle's damage last year. The company stated that the new forecast is due to complexities in the insurance claim from the cyclone damage in February 2023, causing delays in finalizing the insurance claim receivable value at balance date. In May last year, T&G reported that Cyclone Gabrielle had severely impacted its Hawke's Bay plantings. Yet, Edgecombe warned that the cyclone would significantly impact the group's FY23 financial performance. The company has since implemented a cost-reduction program in response to the cyclone.

Known as the Moehau Man, some believed it was a descendant of Maero, a group of supernatural people in Māori tradition, while others believed it was an escaped gorilla or baboon. A drawing depicting what the Moehau Man could look like. However, paranormal investigator Marc Coppell has been hunting for the Moehau man since 2015, when he had "strange experiences" in a remote area of Coromandel bush. Investigative author Scott Bainbridge wrote about the Moehau Man in his book New Zealand Mysteries. A strange feeling.”A spokesperson for the Department of Conservation, says members of their team in the Coromandel had heard of the Moehau man “myth” but none had seen any evidence of its existence.

MediaWorks announced the appointment of Max Charnin as Head of Programmatic Outdoor and Audio, starting in April 2024. Charnin is a highly respected and experienced programmatic specialist who will spearhead programmatic strategy, pricing and trading across MediaWorks’ outdoor and digital audio products. He joins Mediaworks from JCDecaux where he was National Programmatic Manager leading programmatic sales. Charnin has held lead roles at Vodafone and NZME, specialising in programmatic, digital sales, digital audio, video, and display. “Max’s extensive media experience across multiple facets of the industry makes him the perfect fit to head up MediaWorks programmatic.

Branding design agency Principals has appointed Kate Murchison General Manager of its Aotearoa New Zealand office. Murchison joins Principals following stints as Managing Partner at marketing consultancy Eleven Eleven and independent creative agency Strategy. Principals CEO Tom Brigstocke said: “Kate comes to us with a rare spread of skills and experience. The team consistently deliver outstanding brand work that instigates positive change for organisations. Additionally, Principals was named Branding, Design & CX Agency of the Year for 2023 by B&T Magazine.

Starting this month, interest.co.nz will build its technology coverage with a new section, edited by Juha Saarinen. Juha has covered information technology for publications in New Zealand and overseas for many years now. Go into the draw to win a Yubico YubiKey! To kick off the technology section in style, we have 15 Yubico YubiKey hardware authentication keys to give away to readers who provide interesting suggestions for topics to cover. Yubico YubiKey 5C NFC.jpegWith the YubiKey 5C NFC, you’ll get the strongest possible two-factor authentication to protect your computer and smartphones against phishing attacks that could lead to devastating account takeovers.

Emergency services block traffic on the Bluff Highway following a serious crash. Photo: Toni McDonaldOne person is dead after a fiery crash on the Bluff Highway yesterday. Three fire engines, several police cars and an ambulance attended the crash at Greenhills, on the outskirts of Bluff, about 12.30pm. A police spokesperson said initial indications were that one person received critical injuries in the crash and the serious crash unit was advised. In an update just before 7pm yesterday police confirmed the sole occupant had died and an investigation into the crash was underway.

Aucklanders could need a minimum $172,000 income to afford an average-priced home under new central bank rules. Photo / Fiona GoodallAucklanders could need a minimum $172,000 income to afford an average-priced home under new central bank rules. Photo / Fiona GoodallAucklanders would likely need to earn a minimum $172,000 a year to buy an average priced house under the Reserve Bank’s new debt-to-income lending rules. House prices have typically grown 7-8 per cent each year, or almost double the 3-4 per cent growth in incomes. The new rules should instead see house prices and incomes grow at more similar paces, Davidson said.

Modern workspace provider Alberts has appointed independent creative agency Chemistry to implement a bespoke business and brand strategy to help drive its long-term business outcomes. The appointment follows a competitive pitch and will see Chemistry work with the Alberts team to further develop its innovative approach to commercial property leasing alongside growth for their Alberts Membership Clubs. Deja Duraku, Alberts VP Operations, says, “Alberts is all about creating aspirational spaces for our business communities to thrive and we were looking for a partner who understands our vision and agile approach to business.”“Chemistry’s creative approach to our business challenges and their brand strategy process shone through during the pitch process, exciting the team as we look forward to welcoming new members and businesses into our spaces over the year ahead.”From bespoke networking events and meeting spaces to offices and retail leases across seven locations across Auckland, Alberts offers a sun-kissed roof terrace, cafes, membership lounges, private rooms and partner offices across the globe for businesses who travel. Chemistry’s Business Partner, Henry Smith, says, “It’s awesome to be working on an already established and respected brand that still possesses so much potential to grow.”“The Alberts team are hugely passionate about what they do and together we’ve set some clear and ambitious targets for working together; we can’t wait to bring it all to life!”Chemistry’s Co-Founder and Director, Mike Larmer, says, “We’re excited to partner with Alberts who are a clear step above Auckland’s workspaces, and are all about people being at the heart of their business goals.”Chemistry was recently acknowledged as 4th in New Zealand for creative in Campaign Brief’s The Work 2023.

The US also releases retail sales data and PPI data this coming week along with a big sentiment survey. The UST 10yr yield starts today at 4.18% and down -1 bp from Saturday. The Kiwi dollar starts today at just on 61.5 USc and marginally firmer that this time Saturday. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at just on 70.9 and at its 2024 highs. The bitcoin price starts today at US$48,128 and up +1.1% from this time Saturday.

New Tasers, which can shoot 10 probes before needing to be reloaded, are starting to be rolled-out. Photo: Hamish McNeilly / Stuff. The Taser 10 not only had increased range (13m according to the American manufacturer, Axon) but also more deployable probes than the Taser X2. Photo: Hamish McNeilly / Stuff. Constable Desiree Hoera completed taser training with the new Taser 10.Photo: Hamish McNeilly / Stuff.

Today I want to talk about another Atlas aligned connection, one that I call the apparatus mainline in Aotearoa New Zealand. They have been a part of the Atlas Network since at least 2016, alongside the New Zealand Initiative. Source: Atlas Network. After all, the TPU are behind the Stop Three Waters campaign, and the Stop Central Planning Committees amoung others. Expect more attacks on our democracy by Atlas Network connected lobby groups and think tanks and all the affiliated groups.

A normal evening of socialising with friends ended in horror when serial rapist Malcolm Rewa attacked her in central Auckland. Malcolm Rewa. “I wanted people to want to keep reading, to want to know what happens next.”Susan Burdett was murdered by Malcolm Rewa. Malcolm Rewa. Malcolm Rewa.

Photo: NZ HeraldThousands of people attempting to leave the Krishna Holi Festival in the Auckland town of Kumeū have encountered a "ridiculous" logjam of traffic at the exit roads - with motorists waiting more than three hours. The annual event at the Hare Krishna grounds at 1229 Coatsville-Riverhead Highway is a celebration of Holi, a popular Hindu festival known as the festival of colours. Another said: "Ridiculous traffic leaving Krishna Holi Festival, coming up three hours [and still] trying to leave now." Cars waited up to three hours to leave the Krishna Holi festival in Kumeū. "This is the real deal Holi and not a for-profit ‘Holi-inspired’ event with commercial motives," they said.

Photo: NZ HeraldThousands of people attempting to leave the Krishna Holi Festival in the Auckland town of Kumeū have encountered a "ridiculous" logjam of traffic at the exit roads - with motorists waiting more than three hours. The annual event at the Hare Krishna grounds at 1229 Coatsville-Riverhead Highway is a celebration of Holi, a popular Hindu festival known as the festival of colours. Another said: "Ridiculous traffic leaving Krishna Holi Festival, coming up three hours [and still] trying to leave now." Cars waited up to three hours to leave the Krishna Holi festival in Kumeū. The Herald has approached the festival organisers for comments.

Written By: notices and features - Date published: 6:05 am, February 11th, 2024 - 65 commentsCategories: greens, socialism - Tags: Alex Faulkes, green party co-leaderPress Release: Green Party via Scoop________________________________________________________________Alex Foulkes is today announcing that he is standing in the 2024 Green Party co-leadership election to replace James Shaw. Foulkes is standing to ensure there is a lively debate about the future of the Green Party and Aotearoa. “The greatest strength of the Green Party is our member-led democracy. Foulkes first got involved in the Green Party in 2008 when he was the Secretary of the University of Auckland Greens on Campus. In coming days, Foulkes intends to release a manifesto for an Eco-Socialist Green Party.