New ZealandLiquor licence infuriates residentsA new bottle store licence has angered residents of one of Auckland's poorest suburbs after it was 'sneaked through'.21 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleRetail Therapy: Bikini babeHarajuku Lovers are a very Japanese, cutesy-pie range of mini fragrances.20 Jul 03:00 PM
Small BusinessMoney: Cheques dying a slow deathNew Zealanders wrote one-third fewer cheques last year than they did six years earlier, as consumers opted for quicker payment methods.20 Jul 01:21 AM
ConstructionRenewal closer for Victoria Park MarketThe ink is almost dry on a deal to finally revamp Auckland's tired Victoria Park Market.17 Jul 04:00 PM
RetailFrench home for Kiwi styleAn expat Kiwi is opening a shop in Paris dedicated to stocking NZ fashion.17 Jul 04:00 PM
EconomyFood prices fall 2pc - biggest annual decline in 50 yearsFood prices have fallen by 2pc in the past year, says Statistics NZ, the biggest annual fall since 1957.12 Jul 11:00 PM
RetailBillabong drops in on Californian labelSurfwear retailer Billabong is buying Californian clothing brand RVCA for an undisclosed amount.12 Jul 04:00 PM
RetailShoppers going back to basicsKiwis are spending on groceries and big-ticket items, but are reluctant to splash out on clothing, liquor and dining out.10 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandPak'nSave voted cheapest food storeSupermarket chain Pak'nSave has again been voted New Zealand's cheapest supermarket, Consumer NZ says.09 Jul 04:00 PM
PropertyMini-dragon building nest in ManukauChinatown in Ti Rakau Drive taking shape as centrepiece of growing Chinese presence in Auckland, says Colin Taylor.09 Jul 04:00 PM
PropertyPlenty of space for new tenantsMitre 10's move leaves room near Mt Wellington Highway, says Colin Taylor.09 Jul 04:00 PM
EconomyElectronic card spending up in JuneThe value of electronic card spending increased in June 2010, Statistics New Zealand said today.08 Jul 11:30 PM
RetailFood miles least of shoppers' worriesUK shoppers care more about the price of fresh produce than where it comes from or its environmental impact, research suggests.07 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleLow times on High StAuckland's Fashion Central is facing a dressing-down, with boutique owners saying sky-high rents will force them out of the area.07 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatchdog needed for supermarket code - GreensThe Green Party wants an independent body to oversee a supermarket code of conduct, amid concerns of massive mark-ups.06 Jul 02:31 AM
New ZealandSupermarket fruit and vege section unhealthy option for your walletPrices for some common produce in the Foodtown store in Mt Eden were more expensive than the shop just across the carpark.05 Jul 04:00 PM
EconomyConsumers feeling comfortable financially - surveyConsumers are feeling more comfortable about the economy and their personal finances, a new survey has found.04 Jul 11:15 PM
OpinionDoes NZ need a supermarket code of conduct to monitor profit margins?A survey found that supermarkets applied mark-ups of up to 500 per cent on fresh produce.04 Jul 10:08 PM
Small BusinessWarning over bogus GST, ETS price hikesBusinesses have been warned not to mislead consumers when they say the ETS or GST hike is behind price rises.29 Jun 10:30 PM
