OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Check local book sites firstI had to buy a book recently. It hurt. Much as I love books, my financially sensible self would rather get them from the library or stock up on a few good novels at the school fair at $2 to $3 each.29 Mar 03:15 PM
LifestyleChristmas clubs get in earlyStarting a Christmas savings scheme will make shopping less stressful and the way you save will make a big difference to how much cash you'll have.29 Mar 03:15 PM
RetailNo room for Mr Whippy?The owner of the Mr Whippy master franchise says Auckland's frozen dessert market is close to reaching "saturation point".23 Mar 03:15 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Online not the only way to goWe are conditioned to expect a bargain online but sometimes it's just as cheap to buy at a shop, where you get to touch and feel the product and discuss it with a salesperson, writes Diana Clement.22 Mar 03:15 PM
EconomySpending in vogue as gloom liftsKiwis are splashing out on wining, dining and big-ticket items such as new cars and household furniture as consumer confidence hits a nine-year high.18 Mar 03:15 PM
AgribusinessAsian enthusiasm for natural health boosts NZ industryAsian consumers increasingly viewing health supplements as "an investment rather than an expense" are driving growth in New Zealand's natural products industry.16 Mar 04:30 PM
BusinessPink pushes up pricesIs it worth paying more for a razor just because it's pink?15 Mar 04:30 PM
EnergyThe power is in your handsMost households could easily cut their power bills by 10 per cent by making small adjustments, energy conservation experts say.15 Mar 04:30 PM
RetailCard spending reboundsConsumers' plastic cards saw more of the light of day last month, but the trend suggests some loss of momentum in retail spending.11 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandPlug in to cheaper powerOver the past couple of weeks, households have been receiving nasty surprises in the mail.08 Mar 07:19 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Great place for arts and craftsWant to be dazzled by an unimaginable range of crafts? Then visit Etsy.com for a jaw-dropping experience. It has more than 25 million items for sale, writes Diana Clement.08 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleConsumer Watch: Cafe mark-up not a wind-upNext time you're ordering wine with a meal out, don't be afraid to order the cheapest - it's probably the best value.02 Mar 12:46 AM
BusinessTop of the tablets revealedApple's iPad Air has come out on top of a review of 28 tablet computers by Consumer NZ.25 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Sun power good but not magicSolar power systems can save households money, but don't expect them to eliminate your power bill.22 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandBuy Crikey: Online hits and missesAliexpress.com is where small- to medium-sized Chinese retailers sell almost every known product.22 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandTicketing agents told to disclose hidden chargesSport, music and art fans have no choice but to front up for added charges to attend this weekend's event bonanza, as ticketing agents continue to tack on extra fees.14 Feb 07:59 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Basic insurance best for petsPet owners are paying hundreds of dollars every year for insurance to ward off expensive vet bills.09 Feb 01:45 AM
LifestyleBuy Crikey: Amour is affection, expense is something elseThe most romantic day of the year is a problem many men and women throw money at. Yet there are plenty of ways to save money on Valentine's Day and still be romantic.08 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleLast minute loveIt might be the thought that counts but when it comes to Valentine's Day, Kiwis are leaving such thoughts to the last minute.08 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleParents stung by scamsParents are losing hundreds of dollars through fraudulent websites claiming to sell popular baby products.01 Feb 04:30 PM
BusinessAsk Susan: Accidental bookingA few months ago, we tried to make a booking for a holiday home via Holiday Houses. By accident, my wife clicked February 12 and 13 instead of January 12 and 13.18 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleBuy Crikey: The patient shopper gets the best bargainsSick of shopping? You shouldn't be. January is the time of true bargains.18 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleThe best mozzie repellentsWant to know which are the best mozzie repellants? Volunteers bravely exposed their arms to 50 of the pests for this Consumer NZ survey.12 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandPower prices should fall: Consumer NZConsumer NZ says power prices for Kiwi households should fall after years of relentless increases including a 3% annual rise revealed in the latest official data.08 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleHappy to fork out for stickersKiwis snapped up almost a million boxes of cutlery in the latest Countdown sticker promotion.21 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Take sting out of engagement blingGuys, do you plan to propose to your loved one on Christmas Day?14 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandGift it like a grinchA DIY approach to gift baskets will save you money this Christmas, writes Susan Edmunds.14 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer watch: Low-cost screens get a big tickThree inexpensive sunscreens sold in supermarkets have come out tops in Consumer NZ testing.14 Dec 04:30 PM
TechnologyApps take pressure off pocketStill paying for your mobile phone calls and texts? It won't be long before you're in the minority.07 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: A bit of thought could save dollars at toy storeAccording to Toyworld, the top 10 toys for Christmas include back-to-the-future Cabbage Patch Kids, Furby toys, LeapPad Ultras, and Robo Fish.07 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Gourmet food too precious for petsGourmet-isation of pet food is on the rise. Owners of pets, like parents of babies, are made to feel guilty if they don't buy the right foods.30 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandCall for compulsory car policyAlmost all Kiwis think third-party vehicle insurance should be compulsory, a new survey shows. But they're being warned: Be careful what you wish for.30 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Choice closes gapAs NZ television goes digital, independent TV channels are recording big increases in audience numbers - which can then translate into advertising dollars.30 Nov 04:30 PM
