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Supermarket crackdown: Grocery code shake-up gets mixed reaction from industry players

One says it'll bring transparency while another questions if it has the right balance.

NZ EV market rebounds strongly, but Tesla struggles to catch the wave

Overall new vehicle sales nudge up.

ComCom threatens regulatory crackdown on supermarkets

Consumer NZ doesn't have faith that operators in the sector will make changes voluntarily.

On The Up: How a family-owned Kiwi firm quietly conquered the cleaning market

Barry Robertson, founder of Quantum Pacific, shared his father still works on the floor.

'Pretty special': Sistema founder's surprise at receiving knighthood

Plus: Several other prominent business people have been honoured.

Police launch review after controversial retail crime directive

The directive set thresholds for theft: $200 general, $150 petrol, $500 shoplifting.

New retailer The Outlet set to open next week

The Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.

Craft beer firesale: ASB recovers funds, but other creditors face $1.4m loss

Deep Creek liquidators investigate debtor balances amid big shortfall for creditors.

Watch: Customers line outside Smith & Caughey’s for the last time

The store’s 'End of an Era Sale' began on Wednesday, attracting lines around the block.

'No respect': Bookstore hit by serial vandal targeting women's biographies

The vandal has ripped covers off books about high-profile Kiwi women.

Regional revival as retail activity rises 0.8% across the March quarter

Almost all industries had their activity rise, although hardware did decline.

My Food Bag shares up 8% as sales momentum shifts

Chief executive Mark Winter says demand is picking up.

Benno Blaschke: Breaking up supermarkets won't solve competition issues

OPINION: Regulatory barriers to entry should be considered as an alternative.

'Heartbreaking': Smith & Caughey's to close for good, almost 100 job losses

Auckland's prestigious flagship retailer to close after 145 years despite rescue attempts.

Inside the incredible rise and sad fall of Smith & Caughey’s – why it is closing for good

Despite a rescue attempt, Auckland's flagship store has faced a 'perfect storm'.

From Ikea to Kmart: The biggest building projects taking shape in Auckland

Huge new retail outlets opening this year and next are set to change Auckland's shops.

NZ fishing rod pioneer returns with innovative tech for new venture

Lanza Rods are handcrafted, using solid carbon fibre for strength and lightness.

Briscoes reveals plans for 'mini metro' stores

Plus Rebel Sport will unveil its new flagship store design in Panmure this year.