EnergyElectricity re-jig model's last chance - ConsumerThe Government's shake up of the electricity sector could be the last chance the competitive pricing model has, says Consumer NZ chief executive Sue Chetwin.09 Dec 11:00 PM
EnergyBrownlee can't promise power prices will dropThe Government is confident its shakeup of the electricity market will slow increases in power prices ... but it is making no promises about them coming down.09 Dec 03:00 PM
Official Cash RateSurvey shows why customers change banksPerceived cost and inconvenience are the main reasons people hold back from switching banks.07 Dec 12:00 AM
Official Cash RateBank rejects big offices to get closer to customersIn a move that reverses changes during the 1990s, Westpac is opening 10 new community branches in Auckland.02 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandHazardous Christmas lights in NZ on the decreaseThe number of hazardous Christmas lights in New Zealand is on the decrease, but consumers still need to exercise care, according to Energy Safety Services.02 Dec 07:00 AM
WorldChristmas lights can kill - researchersMany lights designed to adorn Christmas trees could cause serious injury or death, according to secret tests revealed today.01 Dec 09:37 PM
New ZealandTreat for Auckland wine drinkersDozens of cases of a special red wine are being distributed this morning as the race to bring wine lovers the world's first 2009 French vintage begins.18 Nov 03:00 PM
Opinion<i>Chris Barton</i>: Competition arrives - Telecom finally comes knocking at my door11 Nov 02:59 PM
Personal FinanceFinancial advice problems being addressed, says GovtChanges the Government is making will improve the standard of the financial advice industry, Commerce Minister Simon Power says.04 Nov 11:30 PM
TaxSuper Fund and ACC to the rescueInvestment returns from the Cullen Fund and ACC have rescued the Crown's bottom line in the first three months of the fiscal year.04 Nov 03:00 PM
Banking and financeWestpac halves its NZ earningsWestpac today reported net profit for its New Zealand division has been cut in half during the current recession.03 Nov 10:30 PM
