2025
Green light for PAK’nSAVE Takapuna
26 June 2025
Foodstuffs North Island has been granted resource consent to build a new PAK’nSAVE in Takapuna, paving the way for a major investment that will bring more access to New Zealand’s lowest food prices on Auckland’s North Shore. Read more.
PAK’nSAVE rolls into Rolleston - South Island’s largest store nears completion
17 June 2025
Rolleston and the Selwyn District are set to welcome the South Island’s largest new supermarket, with PAK’nSAVE Rolleston now in the final stages of construction ahead of its opening in October. “PAK’nSAVE Rolleston isn’t just about delivering New Zealand’s lowest food prices - it’s built to support the region’s growth, resilience, and readiness for whatever the future holds,” she said. “This is a store designed to stand strong and serve the community.” Read more
PAK’nSAVE, one of New Zealand’s most popular supermarket brands, is celebrating its 40th birthday today.
12 June 2025
It all began in Kaitāia in 1985 when Gaylene Voss and her late husband Barrie, opened the very first PAK’nSAVE. With exposed walls, shelves stocked with staples like mutton, candles and beef dripping, and a focus on no-frills, the “barn store” was a bold new concept for Kiwi shoppers. Read more here.
PAK’nSAVE Highland Park brings more choice and low prices to East Auckland
25 February 2025
PAK’nSAVE Highland Park has officially opened its doors, adding more choice and New Zealand’s lowest grocery prices to the vibrant grocery scene in East Auckland.
The $100 million supermarket joins a bustling retail area with seven other grocery retailers within a one-kilometre radius, offering shoppers even more options. While Woolworths sits right next door, PAK’nSAVE will also compete with a diverse range of niche and specialty stores, showcasing the thriving and dynamic nature of the Highland Park community. Read more.
2024
Passion, progress and potential: the Taiapa whānau shine bright at PAK’nSAVE Albany
30 October 2024
The Taiapa whānau at PAK’nSAVE Albany aren’t just a family - they’re a team, with all five members building their careers at the same store.
Each family member is forging their own path, with strong support from their managers and store owner-operator Jason Witehira, who has invested in their growth through apprenticeships and on-the-job training. Read more.
Construction under way on the South Island’s largest PAK’nSAVE store
18 September 2024
Foodstuffs South Island is excited to be delivering its latest state-of-the-art store, PAK’nSAVE Rolleston, which will be located on Levi Road within a new shopping hub that’s under development.
PAK’nSAVE Rolleston is set to open at the end of 2025, in time for the busy Christmas trading period. It’ll be the co-op’s latest PAK’nSAVE store, following the opening of PAK’nSAVE Papanui in March 2024. Read more.
Experienced grocers excited about taking the reins at PAK’nSAVE Richmond
August 2024
Owning five different supermarkets in one lifetime might be enough for some people, but Glenn and Tracey Anderson, the new owner operators of PAK'nSAVE Richmond, have no intention of slowing down just yet. The husband and wife team have recently taken the reins of the local PAK’nSAVE, the largest store they have ever operated, after previously owning and operating New World Nelson City, but Glenn says the pair are ready for the challenge. Read more.
PAK Gives Back to Help Lower Hutt Foodbank Heroes
24 June 2024
PAK’nSAVE Lower Hutt has made a second annual donation of $10,000 in support of Lower Hutt Foodbank, as part of its commitment to supporting the local community and helping the heroes doing incredible mahi to feed families doing it tough. Read more.
That’s fair as! Kiwis rank PAK’nSAVE number one for fairness eight years running
20 June 2024
PAK’nSAVE continue to be recognised by New Zealanders for being leaders in fairness and trust, according to the latest Kantar Reputation index. For an outstanding eight years in a row, PAK’nSAVE has ranked number one for fairness in Aotearoa and has taken out second place overall with a massive Rep Z score of 110. Read more.
PAK’nSAVE awarded most trusted supermarket for 13th year in a row
27 May 2024
PAK’nSAVE has been named the country's most trusted supermarket for the 13th year in a row, in the latest Reader's Digest New Zealand Trusted Brands survey.
The survey, which has been running for 25 years, asked almost 1,800 Kiwis to rate their favourite brands across 66 categories of products and services covering a broad range of industries, ranking values like trustworthiness, quality, reliability, and awareness. Read more.
PAK’nSAVE Albany’s revamp a huge hit with customers
18 April 2024
PAK’nSAVE Albany’s multi-year renovation is complete, with the revitalised store offering locals a state-of-the-art shopping experience, updated product range and renewed focus on sustainability. Inside, PAK’nSAVE Albany’s redesigned layout welcomes customers through an expanded entrance that now features a café serving barista coffee, with a variety of freshly made treats like breakfast muffins and hot chicken and chips, and a customer service desk with Lotto. Read more.
PAK'nSAVE Papanui set to open ahead of Easter
21 February 2024. Foodstuffs South Island is excited to be bringing a brand new standalone PAK’nSAVE store to the community of Papanui in time for Easter 2024. The store will replace PAK’nSAVE Northlands, located just over 2km away in Northlands Mall, which will be closing just ahead of the opening of the new store. Read more.
PAK’nSAVE Rangiora gifts refurbished electric walkie stacker to help feed the community
January 2024. PAK’nSAVE Rangiora owner operators James and Catherine Flanagan have donated a fully refurbished electric walkie stacker forklift to Satisfy Food Rescue, supporting their efforts to provide surplus food to the community. Read more.
2023
Owner-Operators farewell PAK’nSAVE Invercargill after 31 Years
December 2023. It was a very different world in 1992 when Bryan and Anne Dobson first took the reins as owner-operators of PAK’nSAVE Invercargill, one of only two PAK’nSAVE stores in the South Island at the time. Bryan and Anne are beginning the process of passing PAK’nSAVE Invercargill on to the incoming new owners – Brent and Nicola Prue, the former owners of New World Hokitika. Read more.
Nivesh Nitendra Wins $12,000 PAK’nSAVE Pukekohe Scholarship
December 2023. Waiuku College student Niviesh Nitendra has won the 2023 PAK’nSAVE Pukekohe Scholarship. The impressive recipient will put the $12,000 scholarship fund towards studying a Bachelor of Health Sciences at The University of Auckland. Read more.
PAK’nSAVE Extends 'PAK Your Pantry' to Support Cyclone-Affected Esk Valley Community & Announces Long Term Plan for Addressing Food Insecurity in the Hawke’s Bay
August 2023. In the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle, the PAK’nSAVE grocers from across the North Island set up a community support program called 'PAK Your Pantry'. Recognising the practical, hands-on support delivered by Esk Valley Community Hub, PAK’nSAVE has provided support via its PAK Your Pantry program. Read more.
Warkworth Welcomes New $46 Million PAK'nSAVE
Foodstuffs North Island, the 101-year-old New Zealand owned co-operative behind PAK’nSAVE, New World and Four Square stores across the North Island, is proud to announce the opening of PAK’nSAVE Warkworth. Read more.
Who’s the fairest of them all? PAK’nSAVE ranks number one for fairness in Aotearoa
Friday 16 June 2023: PAK’nSAVE and New World have been recognised as leaders in fairness and responsibility in the latest Kantar Reputation Index, released today.
PAK’nSAVE has been named New Zealand's leading company for fairness for the ninth year in a row and has placed within the top three performing companies in Aotearoa. And New World ranked in the top five of the country’s responsibility leaders, and secured 14th spot overall in the top 20 index. Read more.
Named the most trusted supermarket for the 12th year in a row
Monday 24 May 2023. PAK’nSAVE has been named the country's most trusted supermarket for the 12th year in a row. Read more.
Cyclone Gabrielle Impact updates
Stores are open – times may temporarily change - please check your local store's Facebook page for updates and please buy only what you need for 2-3 days. Our priority is always to keep our teams and customers safe – take care. Read more.