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More and less as the tax rules change
Most Kiwis will get more money in their pockets from Friday, when the Government's tax cuts take effect.
Postie Plus sees tough slog through to Xmas, better 2011
Postie Plus has posted a 6.5 per cent drop in earnings, and predicts retailing will struggle till Christmas but should improve in 2011.
Do you think firms have used the GST rise as an excuse to lift prices?
Will businesses take advantage of Friday's rise in GST from 12.5pc to 15pc?
St Lukes mall expansion on hold
A decision on a plan to double the size of Auckland's St Lukes shopping centre has been deferred after angry reactions from local residents.
Show business
The people in the Fashion Week crowd that really matter are the ones who can make or break a label - the buyers.
Raise prices to cope with GST hike says hospitality boss
Bar and restaurant owners are being advised to put prices up next Friday to compensate for the GST increase coming into force.
<i>Mark Irving:</i> Poor service? Poor advertising
I've always thought there's a bit of a correlation between good customer service and good advertising.
<i>GST Countdown:</i> Tax cuts will help shield the blow
Tax cuts will help shield the blow from higher retail prices, says Phil O'Reilly.
<i>GST Countdown:</i> Staying under a $20 icecream lid
Ice cream company owner Greg Hall is fearful about how the GST hike will affect his "magic price point".
For sale - fake urine to beat drug tests
Some shops are selling fake urine and detox kits to help people beat workplace drugs tests.