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Hallensteins profit hit by tough NZ market
The wider business reported an increase in sales of 7.7% for the first half.
Jeanswest parent company enters administration, hundreds of Australian jobs at risk
But the New Zealand arm is not in administration.
Nicole Rebstock's journey: from law to shoe designer with three NZ stores
All it took was a gut feeling for Nicole Rebstock to know she had to pursue her dream.
Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.
Can you still bag a bargain at op shops?
Shoppers have noticed a marked increase in prices at their favourite opportunity stores.
Holi Boli pop-up shop in Napier has ethical edge
A former HB designer is creating ethical fashion, which is for sale in Napier this month.
Toxic substances found in Temu products
A necklace and kids' jacket were proven to contain dangerous levels of toxic chemicals.
Giant new 1.7ha warehouse: Cotton On expands in NZ
Originally opened here in 2006. Now has 1000-plus staff in around 100 stores in NZ.
Rainbow warmth and garish colours: When did stripy polyprop disappear?
NZ used to be a country of vibrant synthetic striped polyprop. Then we discovered merino.
Kathmandu owner pins hopes on improved seasonal demand
Kathmandu and Rip Curl brand owner says trading has been up in recent months.
Letters: Sad farewell to an Auckland icon
OPINION: 'Thank you to the Caughey family and your staff... you will be so missed.'
‘Deeply emotional’: Smith & Caughey’s set to close with loss of almost 250 jobs
144 year-old 'Grande Dame' of Queen St faces a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges.
Why Kiwis should only wash their jeans twice a year. And as for your undies ...
Save time, energy and the planet with these washing hacks.
'I couldn't wait to come back': Meet councillor and business owner Janelle Hinch
'I’ve been living here for over 20 years now, and I love this place.'
Too young to retire: What Kiwi sporting greats do in the afterlife
A unique set of skills learned by elite sports people transfers well into business life.
Gen Z's gross laundry habit revealed
A new report shows a surprising number of people are guilty of this.
Fashion crime? The problem with the gang patch ban
Is there a precedent for policing clothes?
Kiwi cosmetics manufacturers leading industry growth
New research shows Kiwi cosmetics manufacturers are defying an industry downturn.
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.
Beaufort Watches founder on growing the ‘untouched’ Kiwi market
Beaufort Watches owner Robert Kwok says his passion is to share the craft of watchmaking.
Kharl WiRepa prepares for second run at Paris Fashion Week
Māori designer is preparing to take five indigenous designers to French showcase in 2024.
How NZ brands are responding to the Bangladesh strike
Are New Zealand clothing retailers joining international calls for better pay?
Hawke’s Bay-based clothing brand Kilt to shutter its Napier factory
It is keeping stores open, but closing its Napier factory, which has at least 18 staff.
Allbirds dives to new low as its quarterly loss widens to US$32m
The firm, co-founded by ex-All White Tim Brown, says its Christmas will be even tougher.
Simon Smuts-Kennedy on the cap-tivating legacy of Hills Hats
The humble Wellington brand has hatted some of the biggest names around the world.
GST debt prompts Inland Revenue to liquidate clothing retailer
Problems included ill health, credit facility withdrawal, economic conditions, overheads.