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
ConstructionSt Lukes mall expansion on holdA decision on a plan to double the size of Auckland's St Lukes shopping centre has been deferred after angry reactions from local residents.23 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleShow businessThe people in the Fashion Week crowd that really matter are the ones who can make or break a label - the buyers.23 Sep 12:00 AM
Small BusinessRaise prices to cope with GST hike says hospitality bossBar and restaurant owners are being advised to put prices up next Friday to compensate for the GST increase coming into force.22 Sep 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Mark Irving:</i> Poor service? Poor advertisingI've always thought there's a bit of a correlation between good customer service and good advertising.21 Sep 09:30 PM
Small Business<i>GST Countdown:</i> Tax cuts will help shield the blowTax cuts will help shield the blow from higher retail prices, says Phil O'Reilly.19 Sep 05:30 PM