TelecommunicationsInternet price announcement due tomorrowThe Commerce Commission expects to make an announcement tomorrow about its review of what Chorus charges internet retailers.01 Apr 04:30 PM
OpinionDamien Grant: Delinquent payers just want a free passFans of John Grisham will be familiar with get-rich-quick lawyers filing billion-dollar lawsuits against wealthy villains.16 Mar 04:30 PM
Banking and financeTargeting the banksThis week's move by a group of lawyers to take legal action against the NZ banks over default fees is not the first time banks have come under pressure.15 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Over-the-odds charges a shock to the walletWhen it comes to "unreasonable charges", there are those that feel unreasonable and there are those that technically break the rules.15 Mar 04:30 PM
BDBDBanking and financeCredit Sails report holds 'factual errors' - Forsyth BarrThe Commerce Commission has released a full report from its investigation into the sale and promotion of Credit Sails notes.07 Mar 03:25 AM
OpinionSpot the unfair faresTaxi companies are imposing some of the country's highest credit card surcharges.02 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandBanned US diet sold in NZGovernment agencies are assessing the legality of a diet that promises people they will lose up to half a kilo a day by using a fertility hormone banned in the US.01 Mar 04:30 PM
BusinessOrion seeks permission for price hikeChristchurch power company Orion has asked the Commerce Commission for permission to hike prices to recover earthquake rebuild costs.25 Feb 03:15 AM
New ZealandWatchdog waves red flag at green labelsTwo "green" cleaning product manufacturers have been warned that their anti-chemical claims risk breaching the Fair Trading Act.15 Feb 04:30 PM
AirlinesKiwis paying excessive feesKiwi travellers are being ripped off by three of the country's major airports due to inflated landing fees charged to airlines, a consumer watchdog says.08 Feb 06:19 AM
BusinessTravellers shouldering costs - airlinesAirlines say travellers would enjoy cheaper air fares if Wellington International Airport lowered its landing fees.08 Feb 12:55 AM
BDBDTelecommunicationsFibre takeup more important than prices - AdamsThe lowest price of broadband access is less important than ensuring consumers move as quickly as possible to high-speed fibre-based services, says Amy Adams.07 Feb 11:00 PM
BDBDEnergyMercury Energy cuts power pricesElectricity retailer Mercury Energy has announced its first across the board price cuts in a decade.21 Jan 12:45 AM
BDBDEnergyTake care with listed companies, ministers toldNew Zealand's ministers and officials have been given a new set of rules outlining how they can talk about listed companies.06 Jan 10:40 PM
AirlinesPilots asked to take leaveSingapore Airlines has asked its captains to volunteer for unpaid leave amid a global economic slowdown that has dented long-haul travel demand, the airline says.06 Jan 04:30 PM
BDBDAirlinesSingapore Airlines Cargo fined $4.1mSingapore Airlines Cargo has been fined $4.1 million for its role in colluding to fix prices for air cargo in the latest settlement with the Commerce Commission.21 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandIs the big one winnable?Contest entrants deceived by the lure of rewards that don't exist as flashy contests are in the gun for offering prizes no one is guaranteed to win.24 Nov 04:30 PM
