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Kōrero: Shops

Parallel Imported Ltd

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Parallel Imported Ltd

Parallel Imported is a chain of four stores in Auckland, and also sells goods over the internet. Parallel importers compete with traditional retailers by importing items directly from overseas. These are the same goods that are sold by authorised agents for particular brands. By not dealing with local suppliers, licensees or agents, goods can often be sold more cheaply. Parallel importing has been allowed in New Zealand since 1998.

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Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand

by Melanie Lovell-Smith

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Carl Walrond, Shops – Contemporary retailing, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/mi/photograph/21240/parallel-imported-ltd (accessed 4 June 2026).

He kōrero nā Carl Walrond, i tāngia i te 6 April 2010, updated 19 February 2026.