Postie Plus' more than 100-year history has not all been smooth sailing. But new owners Pepkor are asking customers to give the brand a second chance.

One of New Zealand's best known retail chains is marching ever closer to oblivion, with all of Dick Smith's local outlets set to be closed by April 29.

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Di Humphries has a tough task ahead as she retakes the helm at Glassons, but the company has made a smart move in bringing her back into the fray.

A customer has complained on social media after a sofa he bought online was not in stock.

Retail spending on credit and debit cards rose in March, led by increased spending at bars and restaurants.

The price of the vanilla bean has more than tripled in the past year as output slips and quality suffers.

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Customers at North Island stores of New Zealand's biggest supermarket chain will be able to order online from later this year.

A range of new food products are hitting the supermarket shelves and a food chain boss says much more is to come.

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Not every milestone is worth celebrating.

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Bunnings has had a "change of heart'' and will put defibrillators in five of its stores, including Dunedin's.

COMMENT: There are many customers who have made deposits or purchased a gift card that hasn't been redeemed for goods before the retailer collapses.

Here's what Auckland shoppers report about the new NorthWest mall - too empty or pretty good?

Kathmandu turned to a first-half profit that met guidance and said its operating margin widened as it kept expenses under control.

NorthWest centre manager distributed a letter to retailers telling them to bring concerns directly to her.

Problems with Pumpkin Patch's website have added to the company's list of woes as new management tries to turn the baby and childrenswear retailer around.

It was labelled a monster mall when it opened last year, but NorthWest Shopping Centre "just isn't getting customers", says retailer.

Tom Hartmann talks how to work out how much to set aside each month.

Shoppers are wary of Dick Smith-branded stock in fire sale.

Icebreaker CEO Rob Fyfe talks about leading the brand's heritage into the future.

Retailers are increasingly looking at new ways to counter a $1.3 billion bill every year in shoplifting crime.

COMMENT: The last chapter in Dick Smith saga has started, with Aussie discounter Kogan putting in the winning bid for the remnants of the dying empire.

Meet Ruslan Kogan, the Australian entrepreneur who has bought Dick Smith's intellectual property.