Retail Press Releases, New Zealand - PR.co.nz

Blackwells to Open

At last there’s an answer to Kaiapoi’s most-asked question: “When will Blackwell’s be rebuilt?” The new, contemporary version of the town’s iconic department store will be open by September 2013.

Wellingtonians are soon to have the opportunity to undertake New Zealand’s most comprehensive Applied Retail Management qualification. The advanced level 7 qualification was developed by the New Zealand Curriculum Design Institute in response to approaches by New Zealand retailers.

Paperkut – Never Forget Your Receipt

The world of retail is being hit upon by a wave of new innovations for retailers and their customers, including cloud based Point of Sale software, smart-phone payment technology (NFC) and other new industry upgrades and improvements. Yet within this hype of new industry products, there is little movement for the receipt side of the transaction. Now, Wellington based company PAPERKUT is taking on wasteful paper receipts with its new initiative called Free Your Wallet ™.

Overland Footwear New Riccarton Store

With 20 years of experience in the New Zealand retail landscape, Overland Footwear’s latest store introduces a new look to a brand which has become a household name.

Australia’s largest spa pool brand launches new business in New Zealand

Following trends in Europe and the US, Vortex Spas, Australia’s leading spa brand has launched in New Zealand with an innovative factory direct model focusing on the web and home shows.

It Must Be More Than the Deal This Christmas

In a highly competitive and commoditised retail environment offering just a deal this Christmas will not be enough. As consumers we are bombarded with deals everyday. The novelty of retailers trying to get customers in the door with just the offer of a deal has truly worn thin as customer expectations continue to rise.

Christmas shopping just got easier thanks to Maison Luxury Home and Lifestyle

Online retail store Maison Luxury Home and Lifestyle has been launched to fill a definite market gap and simultaneously take advantage of NZ growth in online developments. Maison is a luxury store for you and your home, stocking world famous brands sourced from around the world as well as local NZ high end products. This year, make buying Christmas presents easy with secure online shopping at www.masionluxuryhome.co.nz.

Barkers Menswear Online Retail Industry Awards Finalist

Barkers Menswear named the only New Zealand finalist in the Online Retail Industry Awards Barkers Menswear (www.barkersonline.co.nz) has been named as the only New Zealand finalist in the Online Retail Industry Awards, commonly known as the ORIAs. Barkers has worked with ecommerce specialists Solutionists (www.solutionists.co.nz) since 2007 to deliver and enhance their website, which will be up against five Australian companies, including Dick Smith, in the Best Multichannel Retailer category.

The Warehouse Bolsters Range of LEGO toys

In preparation for the annual mid year toy sale The Warehouse has bolstered its range of LEGO Toys to provide the most complete collection available online in the New Zealand market.

Buckyballs Have Arrived – The World's Bestselling Desk Toy

Just arrived in New Zealand and available now at www.giftbob.co.nz. Unlimited forms, structures, stress relief and more. An amazing magnetic desk toy you can’t put down – it’s seriously addictive.

Helping Dunedin Retailers Make the Most of Rugby World Cup

Information is being sent to dunedin city retailers from the Dunedin City Council and Otago Chamber of Commerce to help them make the most of the arrival of Rugby World Cup fans.

New Bathroom Business in Christchurch

James Stewart Local Christchurch Resident opens new Plumb’In Bathroom Factory Shop in Christchurch, supplying much needed bathroom products, showers, toilets, baths, tapware and laundry units at affordable prices.

Auckland Shops Offered Free Listings On New Local Portal

Auckland shop owners now have an opportunity to reach more clients and customers thanks to free listings available on a newly launched site.

Burgerfuel to invade Iraq

Burgerfuel announce on the NZX this morning that they have completed a sale of the Master License for the rights to their brand in Iraq. The sale is being promoted as the fourth territory in the Middle East including UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Kick Back this Summer Wearing Jack!

Typically the words ‘wearing jack’ bring anything but clothing to mind, but that’s about to change with the launch of New Zealand’s newest casual-streetwear label. wearingJACK® offers laid-back cool to guys and girls who want stylish threads with a homegrown feel – 100% made and printed here in New Zealand.

Infinity RMS Collects for Department of Internal Affairs

NZ Department of Internal Affairs chooses Triquestra’s Infinity POS and Corporate Performance Management systems for public service transaction efficiency.

Risk Adverse New Zealand Retailers Lose Online Sales

Risk adverse New Zealand retailers are losing large amounts of online sales by not including Ratings & Reviews on their online shopping websites – 65% of consumers have indicated they are more like to purchase from a website if it has product Ratings & Reviews. Research by New Zealand ecommerce company Solutionists shows that even though most reviews are positive, even negative reviews can help improve sales and conversion rates.