Retail NZ prides itself on being the voice of New Zealand’s retail sector in the media, ensuring the public are aware of the issues that matter most to retailers like you.
We have a strong media presence, with 1351 appearances across television, radio, podcasts, print and online media in the 12 months to 30 September 2026.
Below are just a handful of some of our most recent media appearances.
Retail NZ voices concerns over possible surcharge ban following Australian changes
| By Newstalk ZB
Last week, Australia’s ban on credit and debit card surcharges took effect, and it’s sparked debate as to whether we should follow suit.
It’s way too early to be putting up Christmas decorations, right?
| By Stuff
On Thursday, September 24, a Stuff colleague spotted a Christmas tree in the window of a clothing and lifestyle retail store in Auckland.
Hamilton arrest fuels critics’ concerns over citizen’s arrest
| By RNZ
It’s a scenario critics of citizen’s arrests say they’ve feared all along with untrained members of the public detaining people.
Spark Retail NZ awards: Rod Duke, Anne and David Norman, Michael Hill honoured
| By BusinessDesk
The finalists for the Spark Retail NZ Awards have been announced, with 49 businesses making the cut across eight categories.
53% of retailers plan to up their prices if the fuel crisis continues
| By Stuff
The fuel crisis is having a dire effect on retailers – nearly a third are unsure if they’ll survive the next quarter.
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