COVID-19 UPDATE – 31 March
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a slight loosening of lockdown rules, meaning the sale of essential goods such as heaters, whiteware and computers will…
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COVID-19 – ANNOUNCEMENT FROM AIR NZ
Amid the unprecedented times the country is facing, New Zealand’s national airline has had to make some difficult decisions. Air New Zealand has had…
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CORONAVIRUS HELP – OTAGO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
In response to a call from Kiwis for more information, the Otago Regional Business Partner Network has organised a series of free online seminars….
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CHARITY KEEPING BELLYS FULL FOR LOCKDOWN
In the lead up to the nation’s unprecedented lockdown, a local charity prepared and delivered more than 100 meals to families in need. Bellyful…
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ENJOY NZ WINE ONLINE
A Waipara winery is staying connected to its customers online and through social media. Black Estate have set up Instagram and Facebook stories where…
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CHEF SID’S SOCIAL MEDIA MEALS
Chef Sid Sahrawat, leading restaurateur, is reactivating his old Hospobaby Facebook and Instagram pages for the duration of the COVID-19 lockdown, showcasing video led recipes. Hospobaby provides a…
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FRENCH AND SPANISH CHEFS FEED THE FRONTLINE
A well-known French food writer has teamed up with President Emmanuel Macron’s chef to feed hospital staff. Stéphane Méjanès, a well-known food writer, launched…
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KIWI WINE INDUSTRY STILL PICKING
The government has said that the grape and wine industry can continue to operate as an essential business, but strict conditions apply as the…
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CHIPOTLE CORONAVIRUS PAY INCREASE
A number of US foodservice chains have announced appreciation pay for workers serving consumers during the coronavirus crisis. Chipotle Mexican Grill has joined the…
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FHA-HoReCa postpones July event
Informa Markets has announced today that FHA-HoReCa, one of the world’s leading industry events serving the hotel, restaurant and café sectors, will be postponed…
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ESSENTIAL ONLY ONLINE
Many online businesses and marketplaces have had their services restricted while on lockdown. The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) clarified consumers will…
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ESSENTIAL UPDATE: ONLINE COFFEE ORDERS – 27 March
The latest guidelines from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has stated that food suppliers, including coffee roasters, are only permitted to supply…
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