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Lush posts $6.7m profit but auditors warn of 'material uncertainty'
The net profit of $6.7m was nearly triple the $2.3m recorded in 2024.
Iran conflict and wild weather dampen March spending in regional divide
Worldline NZ processed $3.98b in March, just 0.5% higher than March 2025.
Plumbers warn of cost squeeze after pipe prices to rise 25%
Plumbers have tried to buy pipes in bulk to stockpile and delay having to pay more.
Easter blunder: Shops told to close despite being allowed to open
'It’s not good for Rotorua … the economy’s tough enough as it is.'
Inside the grid: Robot upgrade transforms Ikea fulfilment
This is the first time Ikea has installed this technology in Australasia.
Car fleeing police over alleged meat theft stopped on Remutaka Hill Road
Police say a bag of meat was allegedly stolen from a Masterton shop.
From fairway gap to fashion brand: How Fox & Birdie found its niche
Prue Murdoch talks to Tom Raynel about her women's merino golf brand Fox & Birdie.
Editorial: Sale of vapes should be treated more like alcohol and cigarettes
OPINION: Vaping carries serious health risks, and youth are still accessing it.
'Bold and unique': How a bad matcha led to an award-winning Bay of Plenty brand
Nomu Matcha now supplies more than 70 cafes and retailers across New Zealand.
Easter surcharges: Consumer NZ says Sunday diners should not be misled
Easter Sunday isn't a statutory holiday – such surcharges are unjustified, watchdog says.
'Exciting': Retail shake-up as big-name stores seize opportunities
Businesses on the move include Heathcotes, Hunting & Fishing, Cotton On Mega and JB Hi-Fi.
Stock Takes: From ‘star performer’ to balance-sheet risk – what the retail results mean for investors
New Zealand's major retailers have reported their financial results, so who performed?
US firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader
Americans spotted growth in the Kiwi car parts trading business founded in 2004.
Easter trading rules: What you need to know
The places that are open, those that aren't and the areas with a special exemption.
Business confidence dives as war shock and fuel costs hit firms' outlook
ANZ's Business Outlook survey captures the reaction to the March oil shock.
Kathmandu’s parent company in the red as chair plans exit amid capital raise
The result has been released five days later than originally expected.
Dresses for rent: Hawke’s Bay mother builds a business from her wardrobe
Nina Woodham's friends always used to borrow her dresses. Now anyone can.
Gas up 300%, power doubled: Why Wattie's says local manufacturing no longer works
Gas costs for Wattie's have jumped about 300% in the past seven years.
Sweet heist? Nestle says 12 tonnes of KitKat stolen
KitKat says the shipment of chocolate bars could enter unofficial sales channels.
NZ Post backs down on decision to pull services for 10 lucky stores
Wellington's Marsden Books was one of 10 successful stores around the country.
Nail salons sold for below value as staff seek $205k in wages
A freezing order was imposed to stop the salons' owners from selling more assets.
'We’re really worried about what they call blank sailings': Warehouse boss eyes Iran conflict threat to stock, costs
Mark Stirton is already scenario planning for shipping delays and surcharges.
'Only way forward': Heinz Wattie’s confirms plant closures, 300 jobs to go
Manufacturing sites in Christchurch, Dunedin and Auckland will close.
Oh, rats: Woolworths fined $33k for four-month rat infestation at Dunedin supermarket
Staff logged 112 rat sightings at the store in late 2023 - only 10 were caught.
Hallenstein Glassons profit jumps 32% as sales surge to $275m
Glassons Australia led the way with $151.8m in sales and $13.8m net profit.
Warehouse Group profit jumps 34% but warns outlook is under pressure
The result comes as the business trims head office staff and paused its marketing spend.
'A step in the right direction': Banks get draft nod to bargain with Armourguard
Seven banks and ATM firm Atleos want to bargain jointly with Armourguard.
ACT and Retail NZ claim paywave surcharge ban 'dead', but National says that's wrong
Act and New Zealand First say the bill lacks the support to pass this term.
Toy safety clash: Warehouse cops $234k fine over 'dangerous' toy
The retailer says the issue was with packaging images, not the toy's safety.