BusinessWhy home loan applicants might face an extra waitSome banks have paused pre-approvals, pushing new applications into early 2026.22 Dec 11:59 PM
PremiumRetailOne Kiwi Ikea importer to close, others change product linesParallel importers see both negatives and positives from Ikea's entry to New Zealand.08 Dec 02:00 AM
LifestyleYou asked, we answer: Our Christmas gift guide for hard-to-buy-for readersNo plastic for grandkids? Sisters who like to 'do' stuff? Secret Santas without tat?05 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPropertyWhy Ikea's new Auckland store had to be built like a near-hospital-strength bunker01 Dec 01:21 AM
LifestyleWatch: Take a tour inside NZ’s first 34,000sq m Ikea soon to open at Sylvia Park30 Nov 08:14 PM
Business'Extremely worrying': Kitchen Things customers left in the lurch as orders unfilledOne customer says he is almost $4000 out of pocket.20 Aug 04:00 AM
LifestyleIkea reveals Kiwis' top five must-have items ahead of NZ launchOne of the products, sold every five seconds globally, will soon be in high demand.06 Aug 01:50 AM
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
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Weaving culture and quality with Nodi RugsOlivia Moon talks to Tom Raynel about her hand-woven rug business Nodi.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailRed alert: What will it take to turn around The Warehouse?Analysts describe the challenges ahead for NZ's largest retailer.18 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailFailed buy-now-pay-later operator Laybuy relaunches under new ownerLaybuy went into receivership last year.01 Apr 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailWarehouse interim chief seeks more time as profits return to $11.8mThe Warehouse returned to profit with $11.8m, but revenue dropped to $1.6b.21 Mar 02:17 AM
RetailWarehouse swings to first-half profit, but revenue fallsThe Warehouse has announced its half-year results for the six months ended January 26.20 Mar 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle32 ways to live happier at homeWe’ve rounded up some of our best advice on how to make your home more comfortable.10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKmart and Bunnings' parent company posts profit growthWesfarmers leadership say they are confident the New Zealand segment will perform.20 Feb 02:24 AM
Lifestyle‘I am nervous’: Ikea global retail manager’s NZ opening confessionKiwis have been waiting patiently since 2019 for the Swedish furniture giant's arrival.13 Feb 08:33 PM
RetailBriscoe Group warns of challenging 2025 as it reports flat resultBriscoes has revealed an uptick in the fourth quarter of 2024 but warning signs are ahead.03 Feb 10:49 PM
LifestyleSome DIY jobs everyone should be able to do themselvesA survey recently revealed 30% of Gen Z-ers can’t identify a screwdriver.19 Jan 03:24 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBig blue wants people: 400 Ikea staff needed next year'We need a big team due to the way we will run operations in New Zealand'.26 Nov 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBunnings declares $79m net profit from New Zealand operationsIt employs about 5000-plus staff in its stores, trade and distribution centres.25 Nov 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessIkea, $458m ditched Vero sale, renting and pets: property bossThree topics put to the boss after a 218% turnaround in half-year result to September 30.25 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandTurning niche to neat with property styling Refined SpacesKatie Kettle was once a Navy chief now she transforms homes by refining and rearranging.22 Nov 05:07 PM
LifestyleSix filthy things in your bathroom you’re probably forgetting to cleanFrom light switches to toothbrush holders, some corners are easily overlooked.21 Sep 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionExplained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.10 Sep 08:00 PM
Banking and financeColossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store plannedVast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.10 Sep 05:00 PM
Lifestyle‘Where do you park the car?’ Ikea's surprise after sending staff to check out 500 Kiwi homesWhat does the company’s research mean for its Sylvia Park store?14 Aug 01:58 AM
New ZealandHouse of the Year: Multimillion-dollar home and bunker near Te Mata Peak scoops prize'The craftsmanship in this home is truly next level.'29 Jul 06:00 PM
LifestyleWhy celebrities can’t stop showing Architectural Digest their homesHowever, are the homes as 'authentic' as their celebrity owners claim?24 Jul 12:58 AM
