Kiwis shopping less but travelling and partying more
Kiwis spent more in sectors like travel and hospitality in the March quarter.
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From north Waikato home to NZ’s largest single malt distillery
Pōkeno Whisky's founder says the company continues to expand despite rising costs.
Egg fight: Bakers battling for hot cross bun supplies this Easter
Local bakeries face unprecedented pressure this Easter to keep prices low for customers.
EziBuy 'a tenant at risk': Landlord flagged issues at retailer a year ago
'Their use was not appropriate for the site because rental levels had crept up.' - Mence
Founder laments Ezibuy downfall
The NZ-founded company went into voluntary administration yesterday.
Parking fees a 'killer': Retailers, shoppers on how to solve 'dead' Tauranga CBD
Been described as 'in crisis' by Downtown Tauranga chairman Brian Berry.
Cafe that took $176k in wage subsidies now in liquidation over unpaid tax, fines
Company got $176,000 in Covid-19 wage subsidies since 2020 but didn't pay tax.
KMD Brands’ earnings bounce back on return of tourism, store reopenings
The retailer behind Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz has reported a record $14m profit.
Bottle store battle: Law changes may stifle community objections
There are concerns the law changes could have the opposite effect to that intended.
Manufacturers' 'eye-opening' stock levels
Audits reveal how much extra stock small businesses are holding on to.
'Going to be massive': First cruise ship returns to Napier after cyclone, retailers thrilled
'It has been really slow since the cyclone - it feels like winter'
Rising interest rates yet to dampen appetite for shopping
Electronic card data for February shows Kiwis are still spending.
Could NZ freight chain be returning to 'just-in-time' ordering mode?
New shipping calm and predictability could mean a change in ordering modes.
Auckland dairy killing: Third man now charged with murder
The men were initially charged with robbery, but those charges have been upgraded.
Staff cuts at Auckland Council, Styles fans flock & it's Census Day! | Focus Morning Bulletin: 7 March, 2023
Cost-cutting triggers early job losses across Auckland Council, why the dad of a toddler found dead in a pond wants the case reopened and Harry Styles is in town, what you need to know before heading along in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
How many Kiwis have joined Costco?
Images in question 'should not have been made public to this community group' - Costco.
The total number of ram raids last year revealed
In two years there has been a 465 per cent increase in ram raids.
'Cyclone Strength': Retailer apologises after complaints over advertising
Complaints after advertising for Bed, Bath and Beyond uses cyclone to sell goods.
'Expect to see higher menu prices': Minimum wage increases $1.50 per hour
The adult minimum wage will be rising to $22.70 per hour from April 1
Looks matter when it comes to shopfronts
OPINION: Merepeka Raukawa-Tait says the shopping experience starts at the shop entrance.
‘Playing havoc’: Isolated dairies say loss of cigarettes would have huge impact
A town 50 kilometres from the nearest cigarette? "That plays havoc on the people."
Christopher Niesche: RBA looks for signs of consumer spending drop-off
When will Aussies cut their spending enough to cool inflation?
Waikato police search for 'dangerous' man after machete attack on shopkeeper
Police say 19-year-old Trayd Tahau is dangerous and should not be approached
Mixed interest as Harry's book goes on sale in NZ
There's a mixed reaction to the Duke of Sussex's new book in Aotearoa.
Two raids on Four Square in 48 hours: ‘This is the price of doing business’
The Cockle Bay Four Square had only just finished cleaning up from a previous robbery.
Rose Cottage Superette reopens five weeks after worker slain
Owners turn down Givealittle page offer, ask community to support them by shopping local.
Two 14-year-olds arrested after Grey Lynn aggravated robbery
A worker and bystanders were assaulted during the robbery.
‘Full of sorrow’: PM says she has spoken with family of stabbed dairy worker
Following criticism, Ardern is in her electorate to meet grieving community members.
Focus: The charity store where you buy goods, but leave with nothing
The World Vision Smiles Pop-up Shop will provide a Christmas shopping experience like no other. Shoppers can buy goods, and leave with nothing except the feeling of helping those in need. Video / NZ Herald
Supermarket giant to trial facial recognition tech amid soaring crime
Chain will decide if it would be an ongoing use after the trial.
Focus: Black Friday is here, but are Kiwis actually hitting the shops?
New data reveals how many Kiwis are planning to shop and just how much they'll spend, plus how to avoid the 'fake sales' appearing across NZ. Video / NZ Herald
Missile attack investigation, PM Ardern's big meetings & a new retailer for the Capital | Focus Morning Bulletin 17 November, 2022
NATO rules out deliberate mistle attack, our Prime Minister locks in big meetings and the new retailer to hit Wellington's CBD in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Christchurch to mark 75 years since Ballantynes shop fire, where 41 died
There will be a public memorial service in the city's Transitional Cathedral on Friday.