LifestyleRetail therapy: Lighting the wayMecca Cosmetica has become the New Zealand stockists of Diptyque, the cult French candlemaker.12 Oct 04:30 PM
Retail2degrees unveils retail chainMobile phone company 2degrees' first retail store will open tomorrow in Auckland's Sylvia Park, with plans for other stores in the works.12 Oct 03:34 AM
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
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
LifestyleIn her shoesGill South talks to four women about their love of beautiful footwear, and gains tips on how to indulge.27 Sep 04:30 PM
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
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
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 BusinessShoppers slow return to Christchurch CBDBusiness owners in central Christchurch are anxious about their shops being sealed away from customers behind cordons a week after the earthquake.10 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGentrified Auckland suburb's time to shineGrey Lynn was a slum housing area of Auckland 80 or 90 years ago. Today it's the city's high-flyer, writes Bruce Morris.10 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand<i>Glenda Whitehead:</i> Market turnoverRises and falls in house prices don't affect everyone, all the time, says registered valuer Glenda Whitehead.10 Sep 05:00 PM