Retail news
Michael Hill appoints interim CEO after leader’s sudden passing
Andrew Lowe joined Michael Hill's executive team back in 2017 as Chief Financial Officer.
Watercare reveals deal with Foodstuffs North Island over new Pak'nSave Highland Park
'Agreement allows us to ... reduce our supply to the site' - Watercare's Priyan Perera.
Editorial: Lack of employer support for new citizens' arrest law should give Govt pause for thought
OPINION: Some of the Government's biggest business allies see problems with the new bill.
Finger Lickin' Good: Restaurant Brands NZ profit spikes 60%
KFC’s record sales were driven by innovative products and viral marketing.
Michael Hill CEO dies after ‘adverse reaction to medical treatment’
Daniel Bracken was CEO of Michael Hill for seven years.
Woolworths NZ sales up as industrial action hampers Aussie result
Woolworths NZ rebranded 35 supermarkets from 'Countdown' to 'Woolworths' this half.
'Particularly challenging': Michael Hill NZ's revenue drops 7.4%, strategic review under way
The group said conditions in New Zealand remain particularly challenging.
New boat-sharing operator launches for Auckland boaties
Freedom Boat Club is one of the largest in the world. Now it's come to New Zealand.
Kmart and Bunnings' parent company posts profit growth
Wesfarmers leadership say they are confident the New Zealand segment will perform.
Service remains king as food delivery app interest declines
Just 40% of New Zealanders prefer the use of QR codes on menus over traditional methods.
How local businesses believe they can outshine big brands like Freedom
Local businesses say they still have something special to offer customers.
Spotlight told to halt using ‘Biggest Sale Ever’ over false advertising ruling
The store claimed it was its 'Biggest Sale Ever'. The ASA disagreed.
Low-carb wars: How the big breweries are tapping into the diet market
New Zealand's biggest breweries are chasing the next big beer market: Low-carb.
Retail spending off to slow start in 2025
Spending in the retail industries over January fell by 1.6%.
FTN Motion reveals new upgraded electric motorbike
The new electric motorbike can reach speeds of 80km/h and has an estimated range of 140km.
Kiwi summer spending lifts as cultural habits change
The data from Kiwibank shows Kiwis spent more on experiences than retail products.
JB Hi-Fi beats odds with big ticket retail growth
Despite other retailers struggling with big-ticket sales, JB Hi-Fi has performed well.
‘I was pretty high’: Serial thief stole $60k focusing on donation boxes, tip jars
For years, he was a bane on North Island businesses. But a remarkable change was reported.
Savor Group confirms new Britomart lease
Rumours brewed about what happened to MoVida and Bar Non-Solo; we now have confirmation.