OpinionBuy Crikey: Makeup counters a treasure trove of new productsI'd never heard of BB creams until I was at the Estee Lauder counter at Smith & Caughey's Newmarket. "Everyone knows about BB creams," my daughter uttered with a touch of disgust.09 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPaying to stay at homeParents are fuming at early-childhood education centres that charge for public holidays, when the doors are shut and children are not able to attend.09 Nov 04:30 PM
Lifestyle'Natural' sunblock warningKiwis are stocking up on sunscreens that claim to be "natural" or contain fewer chemicals. But experts say there is little evidence that they are any better.09 Nov 04:30 PM
BusinessConsumer confidence at new highConsumer confidence is at its highest level in two years, with nearly half of Kiwis believing the country is out of recession.03 Nov 04:30 PM
BusinessTrilogy chases online salesSkincare products and scented candle company Trilogy International is aiming for an up to four-fold increase in online sales.03 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Lots of tent and gear choice for keen campersAre you going camping this summer? And will you be taking the kitchen sink with you?02 Nov 11:17 PM
BusinessConsumer Watch: Purchasers suckered onlinePeople hoping to save money by using websites that let them pay off Christmas purchases are warned it can be an expensive way to shop.02 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Stock up on treats or prepare to be trickedDear Halloween grinches. Have a heart and buy some lollies for the excited children who will be knocking on your door on Thursday.26 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandKiwiSaver funds laid bareHelp is on the way for the more than half a million people who invested in KiwiSaver with no idea about the fund their money is in.19 Oct 07:56 PM
LifestyleKeep energy drinks from kidsBeverage manufacturers have a clear message to those worried about caffeine levels in energy drinks: Stop your kids from drinking them.19 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Perfume it all smells good, whatever the sourceChristmas decorations are appearing in the shops and it won't be long before perfume sales skyrocket. But where will you be buying your perfume?19 Oct 04:30 PM
BusinessPetrol, vegetables and local rates pump up consumers price indexConsumer prices rose 0.9 per cent in the September quarter, mainly reflecting higher petrol prices and seasonal increases in vegetables and local body rates.16 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandCheap veges ease pain at tillFood prices have continued to climb in the past year - but the good news is that a flood of seasonal veges has dramatically cut the cost of making a salad.13 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandValue rise beats loan barHomeowners hoping to bargain with their banks are calling on valuers for assistance.12 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Use your mouse to find a holiday houseOnline booking sites are revolutionary compared to the old days of phone calls, faxes, travel agents and rack rates.12 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandRules on use of devices in the wingsNZ's aviation experts are closely watching American moves to allow electronic devices to be used on planes during take-off and landing.05 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Family meat baskets show $40 discrepancyI've often wondered whether I'm getting the best meat deal so I went shopping for a basket of meat aimed at a family of four to do a price comparison.05 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandOnline vehicle buyers caught outMore people are complaining to authorities after buying vehicles online and unseen - only to find they are not what is advertised or there are serious faults with them.29 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Dragons out of puffThey gained publicity money couldn't buy, but NZ's Dragons' Den contestants say the only reason their businesses are still operating five years on is their own hard work and energy.28 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionAsk Susan: Unclear delivery termsQ: I was in Freedom Furniture's Newmarket store and saw a table with an advertised price, which I decided to buy.28 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandBuyers left in the darkConsumers shelling out as much as $30 for an LED lightbulb are being caught out by a lack of regulation.28 Sep 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Photo albums a breeze to createDo you dread getting your photos developed? Don't. It's getting easier by the year.28 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandMotorists can drive a bargainBetter drivers may soon be paying lower insurance premiums than those who escape crashes only through sheer luck.21 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionBuy Crikey: Shopping online suits all styles and budgetsLife has never been so good for discerning fashion shoppers. Online shopping makes even the most obscure brands accessible.21 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionAsk Susan: Purchase paid to wrong companyI bought something from Noel Leeming and wanted to pay via internet banking so they could post it to me. Noel Leeming said that I had paid GE Credit by accident and would need to speak to them.21 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandBank rules sour home loansLow-deposit mortgages will not only be harder to get from the end of this month, but they will be a lot more expensive.21 Sep 05:30 PM
BusinessNZ households taking cautious approach, survey showsA more cautious attitude towards spending on the part of households is evident in the latest Westpac McDermott Miller quarterly survey of consumer confidence.16 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPass the soapChickens are increasingly common in suburban gardens but many owners are unaware of the potential dangers of their pets.14 Sep 11:36 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Trade Me a bargain bin of event ticketsNeed tickets to the Justin Bieber concert? Auckland Marathon? Or even the All Whites match on November 20?14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandNatural insecticide affects pet dogA popular natural insecticide is being forced to change its labels after a woman's dog got so sick it could barely move because of the spray.11 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandChanges to flesh out cars' historiesA key document in the second-hand car sales process will be changed after problems were highlighted in a <i>Herald</i> investigation.11 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Legal fight at marketVictoria Park Market shopowners have hired a lawyer in a fiery dispute with the well-known shopping centre's developers and managers.07 Sep 11:06 PM
