Current trespass laws are not effective for retailers as they require that retailers record the name and address of the offender, but in many situations it is not safe or practical to obtain this information.
Category - Media Releases
We speak up for retailers in the news, on a range of key issues affecting the retail sector.
Take a look at how we’re advocating for you below. Click here to see our full archive of media releases.
For media enquires please contact Carolyn Young on 021 449 452 or email [email protected].
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has announced increased penalties for theft, including a new infringement regime for low value shoplifting, tougher consequences for threatening or intimidating behaviour associated with...
Registrations are open for the Inspire Retail 25 conference taking place at the Grand Millennium Hotel, Auckland, on Thursday 28 August. The conference will be followed by the Retail NZ Awards gala dinner – the first...
The undersigned major New Zealand retailers strongly support the use of fair and accurate technology to protect our workers and customers. We support the option for retailers to use Facial Recognition Technology (FRT)...
The Privacy Commissioner confirms that Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) can be used in a way that complies with the Privacy Act, paving the way for responsible use to help tackle rising retail crime.
22 May 2025. The struggling retail sector will see little immediate prospect of an uplift in consumer spending from today’s Budget announcements.
14 May 2025. Retailers will be looking for next week’s Budget announcements to boost consumer confidence and spending, Retail NZ says.
17 April 2025. Our latest survey shows retailers views on Easter trading restrictions, proposed changes to the Holidays Act, as well as updated stats on business confidence and sales targets.
3 April 2025. A new report reveals the challenges local businesses and communities face during major infrastructure developments, and shows more support is needed during construction.
31 March 2025. Government plans to reduce health and safety compliance requirements for small low-risk businesses will be welcomed by small retailers.
