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"The New Zealand Retailers Association will be the key promoter of a vibrant and sustainable retail sector"

The NZRA assists members by providing retail advice, Member benefit savings, industry information, education and we are the main retail industry lobby group to Government. 

News

• Telecom’s XT Mobile Network offer for Association members is here NZRA Association Plan0709.pdf
• H1N1 (Swine Flu) Virus Pandemic Planning Updates and resources (including a practical guide to what the employer/employee obligations are if your business is affected, and a list of issues to consider in ensuring that your business is prepared).   
• NZRA National Conference and Retail Hall of Fame Registration is now open for the National Conference and Hall of Fame in Auckland on Wednesday 2 September. With an exciting speaker line up and great networking opportunities, it is the retail event for 2009. Click here to explore the National Conference site.
• NZRA eRetail Seminar - Don't miss the opportunity to learn from some of NZ's leading online retailing experts in our 2009 Series
• Introducing the new Ford Fiesta.pdf the new Ford Fiesta has arrived in our Dealerships and we would now like to introduce this fantastic vehicle NZRA members.
• Telecom introduces Telecom Small Business Success Pack.pdf aimed at saving small business hundreds of dollars.
• New Zealand Gift Fairs date changes - Winter Gift Fair in Christchurch 26-28 July and Spring Gift Fair 30 Aug - 1 Sep
• Shell Media Release: Strategic review of Shell's downstream businesses in New Zealand
• A Win Win deal for our members. Westpac and the NZRA have come up with a special deal on EFTPOS terminal leasing. NZ Retailers-Westpac EFTPOSPlus New Membership Offer.pdf
• Class Act: Introducing the new Waste Minimisation Act. Click here to find out more.

Ask us First - Advice and Information

• Tax Changes come into play on 1 April. Click here for more information.
• From 1 April 2009 All children’s nightwear needs to have a fire-risk label on it Click here for more information.
• Its not easy being green - The Commerce Commission releases guidelines to businesses that make environmental, or ‘green’, claims in their marketing.  The guidelines are intended to educate businesses about avoiding making misleading or untrue claims about their products or services under the Fair Trading Act. The Fair Trading Act Guidelines for Green Marketing.pdf(101.15 KB) 
• New Zealand Retail Market Analysis - May 2008.pdf
• Paper on the potential impacts of climate change and climate change policy on New Zealand retailers CLIMATE CHANGE.pdf
• KiwiSaver
• Reduce store theft!  If you suspect theft is occurring in your store, members can give one of our security experts a call for free advice)

Better off by Association - Member Savings

• The NZRA has negotiated an arrangement with Gilrose Finance for our members providing a simple, convenient and flexible service solution for you and your customers, with fast approvals.
• See a full list of member savings
• Visit our online directory for a listing of suppliers that specialise in serving the retail sector

Training & Events 

• 2009 is an exciting year for Training & Events click here to find out more.
• The NZRA's eRetail Seminar Series has been developed to provide retailers with practical insights and tools delivered by local and international experts, the series is designed to enable you to enhance your online presence, no matter what stage in the process your business is at.

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