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Alleged Kmart robber appears in court, denied bail

The 24-year-old was denied bail when she appeared in court on multiple charges today.

Brooke van Velden: Govt has egg on its face from mad Easter trading laws

OPINION: No wonder NZ struggles with big decisions with messy Easter retailing rules.

Services sector rebounds after Omicron outbreak

Economy to recover this quarter despite ongoing rough patches.

Kmart chaos: Police interview battered staff as hunt for culprits continues

Staff at the store have been spoken to and police inquiries are ongoing.

Vape chain opens 100 stores: How Shosha became one of NZ's largest retailers

Shosha harbours no guilt for growing its business at any potential risk of public health.

All hands to the pump: How OfficeMax survives Covid's mass disruption

Office supplies retailer forced to change tack as Omicron hits workforce.

What's in a bottle? Trio launch global guide to buying wine

New World is trialling the new system designed to help shoppers with wine selection.

Auckland single mum starts baby formula company

Elke Pascoe explains how she lives a transtasman lifestyle juggling being mum and CEO.

Why this Kiwi retailer wants to expand its store footprint amid global uncertainty

Sustainable fashion retailer set to grow its wool business offshore.

Fashion brand expands business in Bali amid pandemic

Owner Rosie Shelton says planet-friendly supply chain a growing priority for customers.

Kathmandu confident 'darkest days' behind company amid $5.5 million loss

KMD Brands says it is "cautiously optimistic" and will turn a profit in the second half.

Watch: Tauranga CBD ‘dead’ according to businesses

Business in the Tauranga CBD is off to a slow start for some. Video / Bay of Plenty Times

Auckland denim store Route 66 closing after 32 years

Owner Todd Male said not renewing the store's lease had become the only option.

'Omicron headwind': The Warehouse takes Covid-forced $5m earnings drop in stride

Chief executive Nick Grayston says Covid costs have totalled more than $15m in first-half.

Why beer, wine and spirits are set to become more expensive

Beer, wine and spirits are set to face price hikes as inflation continues to bite.

Time to cruise: After 60 years, a suburban favourite calls it quits

"Where shall we go now?" customers lament as Te Atatū Menswear announces closure.