New Zealand punches far above its weight when it comes to producing food. We’re a trusted supplier to markets across the globe. Much of what we produce – some say too much – is exported as primary production instead of value-added processed foods.

Cantabrians are preparing to farewell an iconic landmark. It has been announced that Christchurch Convention Centre – the city’s hub for exhibitions, conferences and other events – will be demolished due to irreparable damage sustained during the 2010/2011 earthquakes, including liquefaction, lateral spread and structural damage to the trusses and roof.

How do you stay in business in the event of an emergency? How do you access data about your staff, customers and suppliers in order to keep operating and maintain business continuity?

It is essential to plan to protect a business from the impact of an emergency.

Auckland’s cuisine media were invited experience a Taste of Rotorua on Tuesday October 4, enjoying the local culinary delights of blueberry pies, koura and venison.
Also on Tuesday and the following day, the public were invited to No. 1 Queen Street to sample venison sausages flavoured with indigenous herbs, Maori bread with dipping chutneys and Rotorua’s Crouchers beers.

Bioplastics workshop – global trends and local innovations;October 20, Scion, Rotorua

As the global plastics market looks for sustainable, eco-friendly production options, bioplastics are rapidly growing as a preferred means of supply. Some reports forecast bioplastics will account for up to 30 per cent of all plastics by the year 2020.

Bosley, Brown, Langbein and Mathias – these are just some of the big names in writing and cooking that have been announced as finalists in the NZ Guild of Food Writers' 2011 Culinary Quill Awards.

After what can only be described as a very difficult year, Cantabrians got the chance to celebrate (and enjoy some top-notch cuisine) at the recent Feast of Canterbury festival.

Marlborough Wine Weekend is almost here, and it’s shaping up to be an excellent event.