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
RetailChrisco faces Fair Trading Act court dateChristmas hamper provider Chrisco is facing a likely court appearance for alleged breaches of the Fair Trading Act.22 Nov 09:30 PM
New ZealandU2 shows are music to hoteliers' earsSome hotels are charging three times their normal rate for rooms during this week's U2 concerts. 22 Nov 04:30 PM
EnergyPower company churn soars to 30,000 a monthAbout 30,000 customers are switching power companies per month as the battle for new customers heats up and consumers chase better deals.19 Nov 12:30 AM
AirlinesFares slashed in airline price warA cutprice airfare war has erupted on the Tasman, and some flights are now as cheap as a cab to the airport.16 Nov 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Wendyl Wants to Know:</i> Heaps of extras keep coffee addicts purringEvery week, Wendyl Nissen takes a readily available packaged food item and decodes what the label tells you about its contents.29 Oct 04:30 PM
