Archive for November, 2009

NZ Economic Forecast: Batten Down For More Tough Times

The Productive Economy Council is predicting more tough times for the NZ economy, not the end of recession. It says prior to the recession 30% of our GDP was from the export sector and this 30% is still very much in recession.
The Council says how can we borrow $250m a week to stimulate consumer and […]

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Wine Review: The Wines Of Mexico - Getting Better and Better

You won’t find many bottles on sale in NZ but you might be lucky enough to sample some Mexican wine, either in Mexico or North America. Mexican wine was heavily protected up until Mexico joined the WTO in 1986. Being insulated against international competition meant Mexico’s wine makers didn’t have to think as much […]

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NZ Health Research: New Pain Relief Tablet For NZ

A new pain killer, which combines paracetamol and the anti-inflammatory ibuprofen for the first time, will be available in NZ chemists this month.
The drug was developed and tested in NZ with help from US scientists. AFT Pharmaceuticals has been working on the drug, called Maxigesic, since 2004. Clinical trials show Maxigesic is significantly more […]

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Wine Commentary: The Wines Of Mexico - Getting Better and Better

You won’t find many bottles on sale in NZ but you might be lucky enough to sample some Mexican wine, either in Mexico or North America.
Mexican wine was heavily protected up until Mexico joined the WTO in 1986. Being insulated against international competition meant Mexico’s wine makers didn’t have to think as much […]

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Investing Decisions: Batten Down For More Tough Times

The Productive Economy Council is predicting more tough times for the NZ economy, not the end of recession. It says prior to the recession 30% of our GDP was from the export sector and this 30% is still very much in recession.
The Council says how can we borrow $250m a week to stimulate consumer and […]

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