Push for a Temu tax to level the playing field and support local retail firms
As a subset, children and babywear shops were still experiencing activity near 2016 levels. Zollner said it was…
Building boom creating ‘gentrified’ suburbs where renters are disappearing
Ruakura in Hamilton had a similarly large increase in owners. In 2013, it was 50% renting households, but…
What now for home loan rates? – Business News
The Reserve Bank opted to hold the official cash rate at 2.25% on Wednesday, but indicated it was…
Ikea tightens returns policy for New Zealand and Australia consumers
An Ikea spokesperson said the changes to the way returns, cancellations and exchanges worked had been introduced in…
Consumer reveals its ‘most unreliable’ vehicles
The survey found Fords had a lot of engine, transmission and electrical issues. Ford was approached for comment.…
‘It’s going to be 1975 again’: Diesel prices face sharp jump
He said the cost of refining had lifted 600%. “Refining is now more than the cost of oil.”…
Confusion as families hit with extra rest home surcharges despite subsidies
People were seeking care when they were in a more frail state than in previous generations, she said,…
Is fuel support going to the right places? Data shows rural essential workers drive twice as far
For education and training, Hurunui, Central Hawke’s Bay and Southland feature again, as well as areas such as…
Why retailers are hoping you don’t work from home
Carolyn Young, CEO of Retail NZ. “We’re not in that situation, this is quite a different situation. The…
ANZ says Middle East conflict will mean house prices fall
However, with global oil prices soaring and wholesale mortgage rates lifting, that had now changed. Even without the…
Electricity Authority launches power comparison site Billy
“Heading into winter, many households will face an increase to their power bill. It’s more important than ever…
NZ banks are paying customers to stay
She had one client turned down who still had a year to run on half his lending. It…