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Paul Holmes: Getting the good oil on 'best' European imports

Sat, 19 May 2012 05:30:00 +1200 - Congratulations to Fair Go this week for a thorough, no-nonsense comparison of New Zealand extra virgin olive oil and the so-called European extra virgin olive oils sold in our supermarkets.And, of course, I must declare an interest...

Ethnic firms at heart of recovery - survey

Fri, 18 May 2012 12:23:53 +1200 - Ethnic businesspeople could play a major role in New Zealand's drive for an export-led economic recovery, according to an ANZ business survey. The strong links immigrant businesspeople have with overseas markets sets them apart...

Mobs poised to hit conscious cafes

Fri, 18 May 2012 09:13:45 +1200 - Three cafes are steeling themselves for the arrival of a 'Carrotmob' of customers this Sunday after pledging to donate business proceeds to fair-trade causes.The three fair-trade certified cafes - out of nine that entered - won...

Expert comment: Franchize Consultants NZ

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:00:48 +1200 - Win Robinson, managing director of Franchize Consultants NZ talks about the risks and rewards of franchising. To be viable for franchising: ? you must have a profitable business, with a history of success over a period