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Whangārei’s Butter Factory closes, leaving staff owed thousands in wages

The Whangārei entertainment venue has been liquidated after closing in July, leaving staff and Inland Revenue unpaid.

Skinny McBuntu

Whangārei's Butter Factory has gone into liquidation following its closure in July. The venue owes Inland Revenue more than $440,000 and is also unable to pay staff their wages. Workers face significant financial losses as a result of the venue's collapse.

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Whangārei’s Butter Factory staff face thousands in lost wages after liquidation

The venue closed in July, owing Inland Revenue more than $440,000, as well as staff wages.

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