New ZealandCheap isn't always bestA $99 airfare looks good, but extras can take the total to $450.29 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristmas gifts void after firm goes bustThousands of people have been told their activity vouchers given as Christmas gifts will not be honoured.26 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandBuggy injuries spur warningA NZ-based baby buggy company is working to repair thousands of its strollers amid fears they could cut users' fingertips.26 Jan 04:30 PM
EconomyNZ consumer confidence lifts in JanuaryThe first ANZ Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence survey of the new year has recorded a rise in consumer confidence, particularly in earthquake-hit Canterbury, but the survey's authors say households are still cautious. 20 Jan 03:51 AM
New ZealandAir NZ - where honesty costsA family have discovered honesty can be costly on Air New Zealand.04 Jan 04:30 PM
RetailStores stress joy of shopping to beat webA group of Auckland retailers wants to remind shoppers of the pleasures of buying in stores.04 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessSupermarket discounts 'a race to the bottom'An industry insider says rising costs facing local food suppliers could force many to shift manufacturing abroad to stay competitive.03 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleGiving it your best shotHerald photographer Sarah Ivey shares her top tips for making sure your holiday snaps are keepers31 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSoaring food prices and less cash to spendFood is tipped to become up to 10 per cent more expensive than it was a year ago.26 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ: Land of unhealthy homesThree out of four New Zealand homes are failing to meet new energy-efficiency standards.25 Dec 04:30 PM
RetailBoutique stores testing the law on sale refundsSome of the country's leading fashion boutiques are playing fast and loose with the law on replacing or refunding damaged goods.25 Dec 04:30 PM
RetailRight to refund hinges on goodwillExchanging gifts may depend on having the right paperwork and the harassed retailer's goodwill.25 Dec 04:30 PM
Small BusinessToxic toy leaves toddler in agonyA toddler spent a night writhing in agony after playing with a toy containing toxic levels of lead. The toy gun was one of eight toys the Commerce Commission last week warned were unsafe.22 Dec 09:21 PM
LifestyleBoxing Day sales may be too lateForget waiting for Boxing Day sales - some retailers are already advertising sales with discounts of up to 70 per cent. 17 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandHigh heavy metal levels in toys, lipsticksChildren's toys and lipsticks are at the centre of an investigation which has found a toy that contains lead 314 times over the allowable limit.15 Dec 04:30 PM
Small BusinessHighly toxic lead levels in toysHighly toxic levels of lead have been found in children's toys sold at bargain stores.14 Dec 10:02 PM
New ZealandSurvey finds sunbed regulation not workingSurvey finds only 10 per cent of outlets meet the voluntary criteria for safety.13 Dec 12:40 AM
Official Cash RateCommerce Commission probe into 'Credit Sails' bond salesThe Commerce Commission says it's investigating the sale of "Credit Sails" bonds, which crashed during the global financial crisis.07 Dec 07:00 PM
