17 December 2024. Two Government announcements will be a relief to retailers: a moderate minimum wage increase, and changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa requirements.
Category - Insights & media
11 December 2024. Retail NZ is pleased that the Government has committed to replacing the Cook Strait ferries, as high quality and reliable Cook Strait infrastructure is vital.
10 December 2024. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas for retailers, Worldline figures show that consumer spending was up in the first seven days of December.
9 December 2024. Retail NZ is urging customers to be understanding and considerate to retail workers impacted by changes to alcohol sales in Auckland.
6 December 2024. The results of the Foodstuffs facial recognition trial clearly show that the technology has made a measurable impact on retail crime.
4 December 2024. Retail sector employers will be generally supportive of proposed changes around the personal grievance system, Retail NZ says.
2 December 2024. Reflecting spend data for the weekend released by Worldline, retailers have reported mixed results for the Black Friday sales period.
27 November 2024. Today’s cut in the Official Cash Rate is being welcomed by the retail sector during one of the busiest weeks of the year.
27 November 2024. Three business associations say Wellington City Council must ensure it carries out thorough consultation with Golden Mile businesses.
25 November 2024. Retail trade statistics for the September 2024 quarter show that the retail sector is continuing to face challenges.
