Two large earthquakes struck off the coast of the Pacific nation of Vanuatu in quick succession, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning for coastal communities.
The owner of a prominent Wellington luxury car dealership has disappeared just as the business abruptly closed its doors. Financiers and well-known clients who had extended trust and credit to the dealer say they were blindsided by the sudden collapse.
Cattle prices in Australia climbed to record levels this week after widespread rain fell across Queensland and northern New South Wales. The downpours have improved pasture conditions just as buyers compete for a tightening supply of young stock.
New South Wales landowners are weighing conservation agreements under a revamped biodiversity offset scheme that compensates them for protecting habitat on their land.