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Retail spending 'strong' in July, accommodation spend up

Accommodation spending growth came back last month.

NZ Post reveals huge volumes through its network during alert level 3

NZ Post research reveals huge parcel volumes during lockdown.

Supermarket 'specials' misleading shoppers: Consumer NZ

Price promotions are common - but are the discounts real?

Premium: Small businesses surging back thanks to new NZ website

Lusid Beauty owner Natassja Brooks was hit hard financially during the Covid-19 lockdown, but now thanks to Sarah Coldcord’s website Chooice.co.nz business is picking up at speeds never seen before. Video / Brett Phibbs

Warehouse out, Kmart in? Discount chain tipped to take over Auckland site

Wesfarmers-owned Kmart tight-lipped on plans for Birkenhead store.

Four-day week: Reduced hours emerging trend for restaurants, cafes

This comes as business owners opt to reduce their hours of trade.

Briscoe Group sales bounce back in second-quarter after lockdown

Managing director Rod Duke says the sustained bounce back in sales was surprising.

Artificial intelligence: Why violent attacks are turning dairies hi-tech

Technology used at Christchurch's Al Noor Mosque could now be coming to a dairy near you.

How the cinema sector is faring post-lockdown

Disruption to blockbuster film releases has cinema occupancy halved.

iPhone screen inspires look of new 99-room hotel

Multimillionaire forges links between Northland and new Auckland CBD hotel.

State watchdog bleeds $950k legal fees, costs v Bunnings

External legal services made up the lion's share of state money forked out.

Business Hub: Ingrid Starnes on the end of an era, PM wearing her designs

Namesake designer reflects on the past 10 years in fashion - and what is lined up next.

'Third World': QC's scathing letter to Mayor Goff about Queen St

Mayor Goff has been served a legal letter over the pedestrian barriers angering retailers.

Michael Hill closes more stores as online sales rise

CEO says its plans to reduce its store footprint further.

Michael Hill's fourth quarter sales down 4%, online sales hit new highs

NZX-listed retailer says its digital performance during lockdown was pleasing.

Tricks of the trade: How a small town clothes shop survived 40 years

Retail veteran Larry Sullivan explains how to thrive in the regions.

Helicopter money: Should NZ follow Britain?

'Free money' to stimulate economy could help in challenging months ahead, analysts say.

Analysis: Is the rosy outlook for hospitality sustainable?

Long term recovery in the hospitality sector could take up to five years.