Small BusinessServing the discerning meat loverIn 2008, Neat Meat founder Simon Eriksen was about to open stores around the country...10 Oct 04:30 PM
RetailFashion's crystal ballAustralian retail analyst Robert Buckingham is in New Zealand to share his insights on global fashion trends.05 Oct 04:30 PM
RetailComplaints roll in to watchdog on GST-rip offsMore than 30 people have complained to the Commerce Commission that businesses are using GST as an excuse to charge higher prices.04 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandFireworks greet opening of China TownHundreds celebrated the opening of a little piece of China in Auckland, accompanied by fireworks and a lion dance ceremony.01 Oct 04:30 PM
TaxWin some, lose some with GSTPrices on some household items have risen more than double the cost of yesterday's GST increase - despite many retailers choosing to take a hit.01 Oct 04:30 PM
EconomyTax changes: The five big questionsThomas Pippos answers the top questions about changes to the tax system.30 Sep 04:30 PM
TaxRetailers holding back on some rises as GST hitsRetailers are walking a tightrope between driving away customers and bearing heavier GST costs from tomorrow.29 Sep 04:30 PM
TaxPay now or pay later - GST in supermarketsThe country's two supermarket giants have taken different approaches to dealing with the rise in GST, which comes into effect tomorrow.29 Sep 04:30 PM
Small BusinessUp to 150 businesses failing after quakeAbout 150 small businesses are failing following the Christchurch earthquake, many of them in the retail and hospitality sectors, the Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce says.27 Sep 01:45 AM
TaxMore and less as the tax rules changeMost Kiwis will get more money in their pockets from Friday, when the Government's tax cuts take effect.24 Sep 05:30 PM
BDBDRetailPostie Plus sees tough slog through to Xmas, better 2011Postie Plus has posted a 6.5 per cent drop in earnings, and predicts retailing will struggle till Christmas but should improve in 2011.23 Sep 11:30 PM
OpinionDo you think firms have used the GST rise as an excuse to lift prices?Will businesses take advantage of Friday's rise in GST from 12.5pc to 15pc?23 Sep 11:08 PM
