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Retail row: Boxing Day spending up but December down
Worldline's latest data has revealed how Kiwis spent on Boxing Day this year.
Did Kiwis spend more on Boxing Day this year?
According to the latest data from Worldline, Kiwis spent big this holiday season.
The Ultimate Kiwi Gift Guide 2024: What to buy for kids this Christmas
If you have young people in your life, then you know all too well how tough it can be to pick the right Christmas present for your kids. Video / Carson Bluck
Diana Clement: How to have a thrifty Christmas
Having a thrifty Christmas in New Zealand doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice joy.
‘The Pav’ will knock your Christmas stockings off
Glittering with more than 900 lights, giant Christmas shapes and a stage for performances, this year The Pav is part of Christmas in Aotea Square. Video / Jay Farnworth
Your guide to Auckland's best Christmas markets
We know the best Christmas Markets to check out this December.
Simon Wilson: Why shouldn't we have a Xmas tree to rival Rio, New York or Murano?
OPINION: Behind the scenes in Auckland this week.
Smith & Caughey’s unveils Christmas windows on Queen St - with a Kiwi twist
After a turbulent year the historic store and CBD are 'coming back to life' says chairman,
Smith & Caughey’s prepare this year's Christmas display
This Christmas, Smith & Caughey’s will showcase the nostalgic New Zealand illustrated book The Adventures of Hutu and Kawa by Avis Acres. Video / Dean Purcell
Editorial: Do retailers have reasons to be optimistic?
OPINION: Will Christmas be the most wonderful time of the year for business?
Kmart Christmas range divides shoppers in NZ and Australia
‘Ridiculous. Still three months away.’
Focus: Kiwi shoppers warned as the most expensive month of the year looms
Long weekend deals could be the time to buy. Video / Corey Fleming
Vaping, swimming pools, live gigs: 2023 sets consumer spending records
Data from ANZ and Worldline showed spending was subdued in December but still set records.
Boxing Day sales down, Israel attacks intensify and more young people are choosing apprenticeships over degrees
Data shows Boxing Day sales were down this year, Israel has intensified its bombardment of Gaza and more young people are choosing apprenticeships over degrees. Video / AP / NZHerald
Boxing Day spending flat, ‘disappointing’ result for retailers
Boxing Day spending was flat on last year but pre-Christmas spending pulled through.
Christmas Wonderland Store owner on filling the gap left by Kirkcaldie & Stains’ closure
The business started with an aim to bring the 'indulgence' of European Christmas to NZ.
Ka-ching: NZ's peak shopping period revealed for 2023
The Friday before Christmas took out the title of the busiest shopping day of the year.
Lift in Kiwis' pre-Christmas spending rings up $2.65b for month
Worldline data showed Kiwis' spending is up on last year in the countdown to Christmas.
Retailers gear up for last-minute Christmas rush
But consumers remain under pressure from the higher cost of living.
'Shocked and horrified': Kmart apologises to Christmas shopper wrongly accused of theft
An Auckland woman says she had 'the worst shopping experience' of her life.
'Powerfully built bugger': 91yo assaulted in attempted mugging after doing Xmas shopping
Security guards caught the offender who apologised to the victim.
Is Christmas music in shops making you spend more?
Holiday tunes trigger feelings of nostalgia - and may have an effect on your wallet too.
Kiwis’ Christmas dinner habits revealed: Which tradition are we ditching this year?
Is it taboo to serve a store-bought pav at Christmas? Find out here.
What to wear on Christmas Day?
From looking good to handling the heat, a festive frock has to tick all the boxes.
Diana Clement: Why you shouldn’t buy joke Christmas presents
OPINION: Sudoku toilet paper anyone? Scented candle?
Diana Clement: Biggest money mistakes people make when Christmas shopping
OPINION: Every year, retailers have a field day regarding our psychology at Christmas.
The Ultimate Gift Guide: What to buy for kids and teens this Xmas
Finding the perfect gifts for kids and ultra-fussy teens? Here's a list you can turn to.