PropertyIkea opening ‘around Christmas trading period’, plans for traffic mitigation at Sylvia Park'Ikea is likely to open around the Christmas trading period at the end of this year.' 01 Jul 10:57 PM
PremiumRetailConsumer spending growth in 2024 the lowest in five yearsWorldline's Bruce Proffit said adjustments to household budgets were a key driver.13 Jan 03:07 AM
PremiumRetailRetail row: Boxing Day spending up but December downWorldline's latest data has revealed how Kiwis spent on Boxing Day this year.27 Dec 02:13 AM
PremiumBusinessFacebook Marketplace NZ Post scam rife, Kiwi cybersecurity expert reveals counter-attacks03 Dec 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How to have a thrifty ChristmasHaving a thrifty Christmas in New Zealand doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice joy.30 Nov 04:00 PM
Entertainment‘The Pav’ will knock your Christmas stockings offGlittering with more than 900 lights, giant Christmas shapes and a stage for performances, this year The Pav is part of Christmas in Aotea Square. Video / Jay FarnworthWatch29 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelYour guide to Auckland's best Christmas marketsWe know the best Christmas Markets to check out this December.28 Nov 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Why shouldn't we have a Xmas tree to rival Rio, New York or Murano?OPINION: Behind the scenes in Auckland this week.15 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleSmith & Caughey’s unveils Christmas windows on Queen St - with a Kiwi twistAfter a turbulent year the historic store and CBD are 'coming back to life' says chairman,01 Nov 05:26 AM
New ZealandSmith & Caughey’s prepare this year's Christmas displayThis Christmas, Smith & Caughey’s will showcase the nostalgic New Zealand illustrated book The Adventures of Hutu and Kawa by Avis Acres. Video / Dean PurcellWatch01 Nov 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Do retailers have reasons to be optimistic?OPINION: Will Christmas be the most wonderful time of the year for business?23 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleKmart Christmas range divides shoppers in NZ and Australia‘Ridiculous. Still three months away.’04 Oct 02:18 AM
New ZealandFocus: Kiwi shoppers warned as the most expensive month of the year loomsLong weekend deals could be the time to buy. Video / Corey FlemingWatch28 May 10:48 PM
Banking and financeVaping, swimming pools, live gigs: 2023 sets consumer spending recordsData from ANZ and Worldline showed spending was subdued in December but still set records.10 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandBoxing Day sales down, Israel attacks intensify and more young people are choosing apprenticeships over degreesData shows Boxing Day sales were down this year, Israel has intensified its bombardment of Gaza and more young people are choosing apprenticeships over degrees. Video / AP / NZHeraldWatch27 Dec 06:54 PM
RetailBoxing Day spending flat, ‘disappointing’ result for retailersBoxing Day spending was flat on last year but pre-Christmas spending pulled through.27 Dec 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessChristmas Wonderland Store owner on filling the gap left by Kirkcaldie & Stains’ closureThe business started with an aim to bring the 'indulgence' of European Christmas to NZ.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKa-ching: NZ's peak shopping period revealed for 2023The Friday before Christmas took out the title of the busiest shopping day of the year.24 Dec 05:58 AM
RetailLift in Kiwis' pre-Christmas spending rings up $2.65b for monthWorldline data showed Kiwis' spending is up on last year in the countdown to Christmas.22 Dec 02:17 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeRetailers gear up for last-minute Christmas rushBut consumers remain under pressure from the higher cost of living.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Shocked and horrified': Kmart apologises to Christmas shopper wrongly accused of theftAn Auckland woman says she had 'the worst shopping experience' of her life.18 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'Powerfully built bugger': 91yo assaulted in attempted mugging after doing Xmas shoppingSecurity guards caught the offender who apologised to the victim.18 Dec 06:29 AM
LifestyleIs Christmas music in shops making you spend more?Holiday tunes trigger feelings of nostalgia - and may have an effect on your wallet too.12 Dec 11:57 PM
LifestyleKiwis’ Christmas dinner habits revealed: Which tradition are we ditching this year?Is it taboo to serve a store-bought pav at Christmas? Find out here.11 Dec 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhat to wear on Christmas Day?From looking good to handling the heat, a festive frock has to tick all the boxes.09 Dec 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Why you shouldn’t buy joke Christmas presentsOPINION: Sudoku toilet paper anyone? Scented candle?09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Biggest money mistakes people make when Christmas shoppingOPINION: Every year, retailers have a field day regarding our psychology at Christmas.02 Dec 04:00 PM
