RetailWhitcoulls stores face closureThe future of Whitcoulls - one of NZ's most famous and enduring retail chains - is in jeopardy after administrators were called in last night to run the book-retailing business.17 Feb 04:30 PM
ConstructionOpponents say Royal Oak Warehouse bid threatens local businessWayne Thompson Shops serving neighbourhoods in Onehunga, Royal Oak and Greenwoods Corner are threatened by a bid to build The Warehouse's latest store, say business owners and residents.16 Feb 04:30 PM
RetailWestfield posts healthy profit but vagueness on plans disappointsWestfield Group delivered 2010 earnings in line with expectations amid improving global retail markets, but said it was too early to ramp up existing plans for new development investment of up to A$1 billion ($1.3 billion) a year.16 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman</i>: Making Queen St a pedestrian mall won't fix tired old hick town lookWe need better shop verandas and input from property moguls and their tenants.13 Feb 08:30 PM
RetailFair Trade products selling well in NZFair trade certified products are booming in NZ, despite rising food prices and low consumer confidence, latest figures reveal.13 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleHidden cost of the 'I have nothing to wear' mentalityThe latest household spending survey shows Kiwi women collectively part with $208 million for shoes and $809 million on clothing each year.12 Feb 04:30 PM
RetailTip Top gifts trumpet birthdayRachel Hunter's modelling career kicked off in one of Tip Top's ads when she was just 15. It was the mid-1980s and a Trumpet cost 95c.10 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDEmploymentGovt: Double-dip recession possibleFinance Minister Bill English confirmed today the Government is concerned about a double-dip recession, echoing Prime Minister John Key's caution in the face of weak employment figures and a fast-slowing Australian economy.09 Feb 02:00 AM
Small BusinessGood news at last for retail- new year card transactions upAfter a long period of gloom, retailers are welcoming news from Stats NZ that January saw the largest monthly increase in electronic card spending for five years.08 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandSweltering weather causes run on fansRetailers are struggling to keep up with demand for portable fans as customers seek relief from uncomfortably warm temperatures.08 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandSpas step in after voucher firm foldsMore than 15 beauty spas have offered to cover Rhiannon Hayman's treatment after voucher company Total Experience left her empty handed when it filed for liquidation this month.27 Jan 04:30 PM
Small BusinessPetrol prices push November retail sales upRetail sales rose a 1.5 per cent or $82 million in November from October, boosted by rises to vehicle and fuel sales, Statistics New Zealand says.20 Jan 10:30 PM
