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How local businesses believe they can outshine big brands like Freedom

Local businesses say they still have something special to offer customers.

‘Blood pouring out’: Mum’s warning after Kmart trolley accident injures toddler

The family are warning others about the dangers of children swinging on trolleys.

Retail spending off to slow start in 2025

Spending in the retail industries over January fell by 1.6%.

Kiwi summer spending lifts as cultural habits change

The data from Kiwibank shows Kiwis spent more on experiences than retail products.

JB Hi-Fi beats odds with big ticket retail growth

Despite other retailers struggling with big-ticket sales, JB Hi-Fi has performed well.

‘We love CHB’: Small-town campaign aims to draw shoppers back to main street

On Ruataniwha St, 80% of shops are taking part in the event.

NZ’s biggest new supermarket opens this month

More than 250 staff will work at the new store; over 200 job offers have been made so far.

Opinion: Enough is enough – retail crime is not victimless and hurts shoppers

OPINION: The majority of retail crime is organised crime and involves repeat offending.

Devonport $400m intensification plan fast-track application: New apartments, shops, offices

Major intensification plans show the Devonport spots in line for change.

‘Constantly looking over my shoulder’: Man's relief at being caught after five years on the run

The 36-year-old, who stole $47k from businesses, was finally found after drink driving.

Job market: Nearly 6000 new roles filled in November, Stats NZ says

Service industries fuelled more hiring but bank says it could be 'temporary respite'.

'Desperate, greedy': Dream wedding prompted bride-to-be's $61k Briscoes swindle

The church youth group volunteer avoided jail but not a conviction.

Briscoe Group downgrades profit prediction after slow holiday sales

Rod Duke says it was a challenging time, but he's still optimistic.

David Jones reports improving result in 2024 accounts

Luxury-brand retailer still made a loss in 2024, but had a small improvement.

Flagship rising: Rodd & Gunn opening Lodge bar, restaurant in Pompallier on Ponsonby

Bar and dining concept at Commercial Bay and Queenstown will be extended to Ponsonby.

Three youths charged as dramatic footage emerges of Michael Hill smash-and-grab

Police say they're still hunting for two men.