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Treasury warns of growing deficit

The 2012 year has had a turbulent start – from the increasingly chaotic state of the European economies and proliferation of geopolitical unrest to the ... Full story

Adversity hardens determination to succeed

A number of migrants who fail to get a job either because they are considered ‘over-qualified’ or because their names are difficult to pronounce, would ... Full story

Franchise conditions disappoint businesses

Many franchisees in New Zealand are not happy with their franchisors, compounded by problems related to communications and conflict resolution, according a new study. Massey University ... Full story

Barter Card query answered

Weymouth Reader Krishan Kumar had raised the following query: I want to know whether we can claim GST for goods purchased on barter card points (Trade ... Full story

Shut down MED to make real progress

Welcome to 2012, a year about which I am feeling very positive. Like many other Kiwis, I have set some New Year resolutions. I went for ... Full story

Additional fee will lift GST rate

The September Tax Bill is proposing to make fees for the late payment of an account subject to GST. This is a significant development that would ... Full story

Indians breach limits for festival spending

Indians are among the largest spenders during the festive season, with many preferring cash gifts to material items. ... Full story

Remit a musical note with money

Sending money to India could become a melodious function for those choosing a ‘Singing Telegram’ to go with the moolah. Western Union has created an interactive ... Full story

Reforms should improve efficiency

During the next three years, National will embark on reforms as outlined in its ‘Post-election Action Plan.’ The changes include halving the budget deficit this year ... Full story

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