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
AirlinesTravellers 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
BusinessIAG admits policy bungleIAG will pay out up to $3.48 million in compensation after admitting it may have breached the Fair Trading Act in relation to more than 150,000 insurance policies.17 Sep 10:55 PM
TelecommunicationsVodafone dodges damage with sorry - brand expertTelco avoids major damage to its reputation by owning up to the wrongdoing, says brand expert.10 Sep 05:30 PM
TelecommunicationsVodafone fined $960kVodafone New Zealand has been fined $960,000 for misleading advertising after the company pleaded guilty to 21 charges laid by the Commerce Commission.09 Sep 11:30 PM
