29 Nov 2024
Money still on people's minds on Black Friday
It was hoped this year's Black Friday would bring some sweet relief for shops who have been struggling through the cost of living crisis. And the Auckland shopping precinct of Newmarket there was plenty of buzz from people trying to get some bargain deals. Some even decided to head in early to avoid traffic. But as our reporter Lucy Xia (sh-ea) found out, money is still on people's minds - and many found the sales didn't live up to the hype.