Discover the transformative journey of 'A Business Revolution: The First Two Decades of National Business Review 1970 -', a compelling memoir that paints a vivid picture of the evolution of New Zealand's premier business publication. First launched in 1970 by ambitious entrepreneur Henry Newrick, National Business Review (NBR) began as a modest fortnightly tabloid with a vision to reshape the landscape of business journalism. This insightful narrative chronicles how NBR swiftly rose to prominence within just five years, becoming a must-read weekly publication that opened new markets for advertisers and established higher standards in journalism.

This book is more than a chronicle of NBR's rise; it sheds light on significant shifts in New Zealand's society, politics, and economy throughout its formative years. It explores the innovative spirit of young journalists from the 1960s who laid the foundation for impactful reporting. The memoir details the battles fought against legal challenges, paving the way for investigative journalism and highlighting how a small group of determined individuals created a legacy that attracted numerous owners over the decades.

With contributions from notable editors like Barrie Saunders, Reg Birchfield, and Ian F. Grant, this work is a tribute to the pioneers who transformed business reporting in New Zealand. The saga culminates in the challenges faced by Fairfax's bold ambitions and the subsequent sale of NBR, ending an era but ensuring its place in history.

Whether you are a business professional, a history enthusiast, or a journalism aficionado, 'A Business Revolution' is a must-read that captures the excitement and turmoil of those groundbreaking years. Dive into the dynamic world of NBR and understand its lasting impact on New Zealand’s business landscape. Secure your copy today and be part of this riveting narrative!

A Business Revolution: The First Two Decades of National Business Review 1970 -
In 1970, National Business Review, commenced publication. This innovative, under-resourced, but courageous fortnightly tabloid had a small initial impact, but within five years was a major weekly publication. Grouped around it were other magazines, books, and newsletters. Launche...d by young entrepreneur Henry Newrick, it had editorial input from many of the young journalists of the 1960s. NBR became essential business reading while opening a new market to advertisers and setting new standards in journalism. This memoir, written by one of its founding writers (and the lawyer who fought off legal attacks for many years), is much more than just the story of NBR. It discusses major changes in New Zealand society, politics, the economy, and investigative journalism. It chronicles the way in which a few young New Zealanders with ambition but no money, grew an enterprise which attracted a succession of owners, gained millions in value, and led to its Fairfax-funded launch as a daily paper in 1987 which lasting four years. The early lives of many who are now well-known included work for NBR. Its editors from Barrie Saunders, Reg Birchfield and Ian F.Grant, to Bob Edlin,Nevil Gibson, Colin James, Jim Eagles, and Warren Berryman set new standards for business reporting. The two decades end with the departure of the last of the innovators, the defeat of Fairfax's bold plans, and its sale to a new owner. NBR returned to a weekly paper which lasted almost another 30 years in print and is still published online. The first two decades of publishing had many exciting times, all captured in this book.Read less