Tupperware NZ

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The Tupperware Party is over: Tupperware pulls out of New Zealand (Stuff.co.nz)

The Tupperware container sitting in the back of your cupboard could soon be worth more as Tupperware announces it will no longer be sold in NZ.

The hosts received free products depending on the number of sales made. As of August 29 account holders will no longer be able to earn TupperPoints. Even with the relaxation of lockdowns, there is an understandable reluctance for in-home parties.” After that, any remaining points would be forfeited and not be able to be redeemed. It said Covid-19 had caused a decline in sales and Tupperware parties. "As did inflationary pressures and unfavourable foreign exchange rate fluctuations.

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After half a century, Tupperware calls time on NZ operation (RNZ)

Tupperware is closing its New Zealand business after almost 50 years of selling its mainly plastic household products here.

Tupperware was founded in the US in 1946 and before the advent of the internet it used a party plan structure with mainly women hosting gatherings to sell its products to those who attended. In a statement the company said some more of its range would arrive in Aotearoa in early September, with consumers being encouraged to contact their consultant or shop online. Tupperware is closing its New Zealand business after almost 50 years of selling its mainly plastic household products here.

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Tupperware importer pulls out of New Zealand (1 News)

The exclusive importers of Tupperware to NZ said they were closing on October 30, citing Covid-19 as having been detrimental to their business.

"While our amazing salesforce worked hard to adapt to online events and sales, increased costs and declining sales meant that a difficult decision had to be made. Even with the relaxation of lockdowns, there is an understandable reluctance for in-home parties. This decision was not made lightly as we are all aware of the impact that this would have on the 'family' that is Tupperware, past and present, salesforce and consumers."

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