New ZealandAre we paying too much for groceries? We're about to find outPM says there is "good cause to look at whether or not NZ is being treated fairly".16 Nov 10:38 PM
CompaniesSteel & Tube's fine under Fair Trading Act reduced on appealSteel and Tube has had its fine under the Fair Trading Act reduced on appeal.09 Nov 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumTelecommunicationsChorus uses AGM to fire volleys at regulator, Spark, VodafoneCommerce Commission accused of being "simply wrong". Fixed-wireless also gets the bash.06 Nov 04:35 AM
TelecommunicationsWatchdog bites telcos as complaints riseCommerce Commission cites increasing complaints against Spark, Vodafone, 2degrees.28 Oct 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumTelecommunicationsWho will pay what share of downsized telco tax?Big weight off the major player's shoulders.22 Oct 04:12 AM
BusinessParking firm must pay $500,000 for anti-competitive behaviourThe Commerce Commission took action after complaints of prices being hiked.21 Oct 04:32 AM
New ZealandRent freeze ends: Tenants brace for hike in rental ratesCommerce Commission warns landlords after en masse chat about raising rent.14 Sep 09:09 PM
BusinessTravellers out of pocket after Airbnb refuses full refundTravellers have been left short by Airbnb's response to the latest Covid-19 lockdown.12 Sep 09:33 PM
BusinessHamilton real estate agencies fined $4m for price fixing'Cartels can harm consumers and business, by raising prices, restricting supply.'10 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Consumers think face masks are too expensiveThe majority of consumer complaints over the past week have been about face masks.20 Aug 03:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessReport into ComCom security breach finds blame on both sidesRegulator and burglary victim 'Contractor C' both fell short.05 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandInfluencer Simone Anderson won't be investigatedCommerce Commission decides not to investigate complaint about influencer Simone Anderson.23 Jul 02:44 AM
New ZealandDeregistered doctor's 'miracle' cancer cure is still for saleA 'miracle liquid' cure for cancer is still for sale despite it being merely bleach water.22 Jul 09:44 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFarm fraud: He claimed 3m caged eggs were free-rangeExclusive: 'Our goal is for the Frank Chens of this world to be unable to operate.'21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailState watchdog bleeds $950k legal fees, costs v BunningsExternal legal services made up the lion's share of state money forked out.17 Jul 05:50 AM
BusinessComCom takes Waikato door-to-door trader to courtThe Hamilton-based company sold consumer goods via door-to-door sales agents.15 Jul 05:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha Borissenko: The legal loopholes in influencer marketing lawNew Zealand's influencers operate in a grey area, writes our legal columnist.12 Jul 03:00 AM
RetailNoel Leeming under investigation for selling products not in stockAn investigation is underway after nearly 60 complaints were filed in the last six months.07 Jul 05:27 AM
LifestyleInfluencer Simone Anderson speaks out on charity donations scandalInfluencer says she's donated to Women's Refuge and other charities and has the receipts.03 Jul 07:02 AM
Lifestyle'Uncertainty around hashtags': Kiwi influencer Simone Anderson hits backSimone Anderson responds for the first time about ASA decision and complaints against her.01 Jul 05:02 AM
New ZealandInvestigations underway into Covid-19 related price gougingThe Commerce Commission is investigating a number of Covid-19 related complaints.16 Jun 09:22 PM
LifestyleCommerce Commission complaint laid about influencer Simone AndersonSecond complaint about Simone's Second Hand Wardrobe page, this time on charity donations.12 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessFinance company in $945k settlement with Commerce CommissionMore than 2000 borrower entered into agreements with the company over the affected time.27 May 01:26 AM
New ZealandParents still battling for cancelled school trip refundsStudent Horizons pays $392,000 in refunds but parents say they have little to show for it.15 May 05:00 AM
Media and marketingNZME seeks interim injunction against Stuff-owner Nine EntertainmentParties head to High Court over takeover talks.14 May 05:44 AM
Media and marketingStuff takeover bid: Com Com seeks more info from NZMEThere is confusion over whether any deal can be reached between the two companies.13 May 05:32 AM
Business'It's just wrong': Customers fight $350 Flight Centre feeFlight Centre travel cancellation fees raise the ire of customers.22 Apr 02:25 AM
New ZealandMoney down the drain: Plumbers overcharging in lockdown, Kiwis sayComplaints weren't only about food products but even the price of the plumber too.15 Apr 03:56 AM
New ZealandFood price-gouging complaints to Govt's 'Price Watch' inbox continue to riseMost complaints relate to food staples, such as flour, bread and meat.03 Apr 05:49 AM
VideoLocal Focus: Power lines cut for Hawke's Bay, Rotorua and TaupōElectricity price drop for Unison Network. Made with funding by NZ On Air.Watch01 Apr 12:44 AM
New ZealandPower bill cuts for Napier, Hastings, Rotorua and TaupōElectricity price drop for Unison Network. Made with funding by NZ On Air.31 Mar 11:15 PM
New ZealandGovt asks competition watchdog to be more flexible amid Covid-19Commerce Minister Kris Faafoi has written to the Commerce Commission with a request.22 Mar 03:34 AM
New ZealandKiwis complain about coronavirus prices but consumer watchdog says it won't crackdownThe commission does not regulate retail prices and businesses are free to set their own.05 Mar 10:32 PM
Banking and financeWestpac NZ to compensate customers $3.7m over credit card blunderAverage payout to customers of $191.10 Feb 10:41 PM
