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More than $10 million spent on gift cards is lost every year.
Black Friday: Sales slump by 10 per cent - Retail NZ
Retail NZ says there were plenty of shoppers out and about - but they were buying less.
‘Economy limping along’: The fiscal headwinds facing Luxon and Willis
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30 Top Black Friday deals in New Zealand for 2023
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Canny View: Avoid silly season spending
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Retail sales across NZ flat in September quarter
Tough slog for Kiwi shops confirmed in new statistics.
Coalition deal struck, Israel-Hamas hostage release and Black Friday madness | Focus Morning Bulletin, November 24
Coalition talks wrap up in the capital, new details emerge over the Israel-Hamas hostage deal and Auckland Transport’s request to malls as Black Friday kicks off in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Black Friday deals: What local shops and big retailers have on offer
Local stores are joining the big retailers offering big pre-Christmas discounts.
Get the top tech deals on Black Friday
Treating yourself or gift-hunting? It's the best time to buy the tech you've been eyeing.
Top daily essentials on Black Friday
We've selected great bargains to make every day special.
Black Friday: Westfield Newmarket vows to feed shoppers stuck in car parks; AT warns of 'busiest shopping weekend ever'
Westfield vows to deliver food and drink to customers if trapped in car park.
Focus: Shoppers warned of fake sales as Black Friday looms
Fake sales, rollercoaster pricing and hidden price hikes are all on the rise this shopping season. Video / Ben Dickens
Black Friday sales NZ: How not to get scammed
Criminals know everyone wants a bargain from now till Boxing Day.
Black Friday sales: Why you might spend up large, how to avoid FOMO
A fear of missing out is a strong motivator when it comes to scooping up bargains.
NZ Post bringing on extra staff as it gears up for Black Friday, holiday shopping
NZ Post expects to deliver around 18 million parcels in the few months before Christmas.
Must-grab Black Friday home and kitchen deals
We’ve handpicked a selection that will boost your lifestyle without breaking the bank.
Jump in foodbank demand means more hours for workers
“When I started working here, it surprised me so many different people needed support."
Red alert for consumers over Black Friday ‘sales’
Consumers told spend wisely with this year's Black Friday set to be most expensive yet.
Mall reinstates sensory Santa slots after axing draws complaints
Parents accuse mall of priortising pets over kids with sensory or disability issuses.
Scamfest as retailers hope Black Friday and Cyber Monday pay off
Two big events made in the US, and one made in China, aim to ignite retail fortunes.
Letters to the Editor: Israel, Gaza conflict coverage
Readers have their say on war and supermarket promotions.
Hangry at the supermarket? 8 tips for a healthier shop with kids
Here's how to navigate the supermarket shop without the meltdowns.
Where did all the toilet paper go? The truth about panic buying
People tend to panic buy in times of crisis, often leading to big shortages.
Liam Dann: Is the ComCom a 22-year-old failure?
OPINION: New Zealand lacks adequate competition in key industries.
Made precinct tenant on a mission to preserve traditional craft forms
Esther Gathambo has been selling online since 2020 but now opened a physical store.
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Supermarket heavyweight Foodstuffs plans merger, strong reaction expected
The New World and Pak'nSave operator is to apply to the Commerce Commission by Christmas.
Opinion: Supie collapse shows supermarket break-up needed
OPINION: You can’t fix market structure problems by policing behaviour of supermarkets.
'Extremely exciting': Bay set to reap the benefits of busy summer cruise ship season
Tauranga is set to welcome the first of more than 110 cruise ships.
To have and to hold in a rental world
OPINION: '... I feel safe in saying no one likes renting, except for landlords.'
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Mega Mecca store - 2nd biggest in Australasia - opens in Christchurch CBD retail precinct.
Christopher Luxon’s $60 grocery shop: How much does it buy?
The National leader confirmed the $60 only covered three breakfasts and one meal.