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Woolworths' new delivery service within the hour

The new Milkrun service will deliver what you need by scooter within an hour of ordering.

Dog fight: Breeder sues couple over pregnant 'pedigree' pup

A couple promised not to let the dog breed...then it gave birth to eight puppies.

Countdown rebranding to Woolworths: What happens to your Onecard?

With a $400 million rebranding and refurbishment, Countdown teases change to Onecards too.

Pensioner fights Foodstuffs over milk bottle handle removal: 'Not the only one'

Foodstuffs says it's better for the environment. Arthritis NZ is in June Clark's corner.

Govt refrains from making grocery giants sell supermarkets - for now

Cabinet to keep work on supermarket divestment 'in reserve'.

Retail spending reinforces expectations for economic downturn

Spending in June showed a small bounce-back after last month's slump.

Huge increase in cost of fruit and veges, new data shows

Food prices still rising faster than any time since 1980s.

Family refused refund after claims $135k Audi 'unsafe'

The family car has mould and corrosion and has been flagged as damaged by NZTA.

Rogue robotic vacuum cleaner's rampage causes $3.5k in damage

The expensive vacuum went rogue after being left to its own devices.

7.5 million Zuru Baby Shark bath toys recalled

Kiwi toy firm Zuru's Baby Shark bath toys recalled after hurting children.

Greedflation: The companies that are hiking prices the most

Some companies are increasing prices far faster than the rate of inflation.

Consumer confidence still low despite belief inflation has peaked

Men are more upbeat about the economy but headwinds still expected.

Commerce Commission inquiry into bank profits slated to launch tomorrow

It follows calls from the National and Green parties and the Reserve Bank for an inquiry.

Retirement village ripoff: $100 charge to replace $5.80 washer for toilet

'Always happy to investigate any issue of alleged unfairness or inappropriate charging.'

Roadblock for companies suing aluminium panel manufacturers

Companies allege Alucobond aluminium panels are unsafe and pose a fire risk.

Folic acid to be added to bread flour from August

Fortifying bread with folic acid is safe and significantly reduces birth defects.

Dad chokes on sewing needle in ice cream tub, investigation launched

The man said he had to take multiple days off work to be checked by his doctor.

'Sad reality': Supermarket staff fitted with bodycams to combat rising crime

Crime prevention or breach of privacy? Not all are happy with bodycams at the checkout.