Five Countdown stores across Auckland and Wellington are now only selling cage-free eggs to customers. Countdown has said it would go cage-free in all on-shelf eggs by the end of 2024 in the North Island and the end of 2025 in the South Island. From

Branding agency Principals has identified Whittaker's as New Zealand's most resilient brand.The findings are based on the Brand Alpha Study, independent research conducted by Principals, in conjunction with research and analytics firm The Navigators.Conducted annually for more than 10 years, the study has

Stats NZ has recorded growth in retail spending during the first quarter of this year, primarily driven by the sales of electronic goods.Retail sales in the first quarter increased by 2.5 percent compared to the previous quarter. Electronic goods and recreational goods had the highest

A pop-up Dr. Martens exhibition will be running from 24-30 May at Westfield Newmarket.To mark the 60th anniversary of the Dr. Martens 1461 shoes rolling off the production line, the renowned brand is collaborating with emerging New Zealand artists and giving them a platform

The patience of the local Wainuiomata community has paid off, with the opening of a brand new Countdown store last week.The 3,600m2 supermarket provides an extensive fresh offering, and a new in-store pharmacy, bakery, deli, and cellar, all with a focus on providing the

Little Island Coconut Creamery has teamed up with the experts at Millers Coffee to produce a delicious new Flat White ice cream.The newest release combines the rich flavour of organic single origin coffee with the tried and true creaminess of coconut vanilla ice

Shopify is proud to be joining the Digital Boost initiative to help digitise small businesses in New Zealand.This year, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment announced a $20 million support package to help small businesses digitally transition through developing and accessing digital strategies,

Retail NZ has welcomed Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Hon. David Clark’s announcement today that the Government will move to regulate merchant service fees, which retailers pay when customers use credit or contactless debit cards.The new regulations will set limits on the interchange level

Retail NZ says the Government’s proposed “fair pay” system will drive significant costs for business and lead to reduced employment opportunities in the retail sector."Across the retail sector, most employers strive to do the right thing, and to pay their employees well,” says Greg Harford,