Christmas hamper provider Chrisco is facing a likely court appearance for alleged breaches of the Fair Trading Act.

Prepared for some quick thrills while car shopping, Gill South ended up finding the the perfect match, although, sadly, it wasn't meant to be...

The value of seasonally adjusted total retail sales rose 0.8 per cent - $133m - in the September quarter, Statistics NZ says.

Now November is upon us, we don't mind starting to think about Christmas so we can ward off that last-minute present panic.

Appliance stores hit by dwindling sales are offering free televisions when customers buy refrigerators, and grocery vouchers when they buy ovens.

New Zealanders spent more on their debit and credit cards this long weekend, than they did a year earlier, but growth remains subdued.

Children as young as 3 are hankering after $1000 Apple iPhones for Christmas.

Edible cosmetics are the latest beauty industry idea to get you spending on your interior as well as exterior.

Auckland's farmers' markets are booming, but don't forget the city's traditional markets.