BusinessWhy do some supermarket cheeses cost 50 per cent more than others?Cheese suppliers say the difference is not just down to the packaging.14 Feb 07:24 PM
New Zealand'Tight' electricity supply situations may become more frequentTight electricity supply situations could become more frequent.03 Feb 09:11 PM
BusinessTragic toll of online abuse outlined in pleas for Govt to take actionDysfunctional, sluggish official responses blasted amid escalating online harms.02 Feb 02:21 AM
RetailJanuary consumer spending up, hospitality spending dropsData from Worldline shows a slight lift in consumer spending in January.02 Feb 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBroadcaster's pic stolen for dodgy ad, brazen scam warningScams come amid more deepfakes, talk of rules overseas to punish offenders.01 Feb 10:12 PM
New ZealandMechanic to pay $30k in alleged Range Rover trading scamCouple took an SUV to him to have it repaired and then ended up carless.01 Feb 04:00 PM
Official Cash RateAnnual household living costs increased 7 per cent - who was hit hardest?The cost of living is outpacing inflation - up 7 per cent. But there is good news.31 Jan 10:52 PM
BusinessConsumer NZ warns of pitfalls of supermarket loyalty schemesThe consumer advocacy organisation is warning of cost-saving and privacy issues.31 Jan 10:00 PM
LifestyleOut with Onecard - why you should (and shouldn’t) be brand loyalConsumer NZ warns shoppers as supermarket launches new loyalty card.31 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleAre you pie-curious? Kiwis divided by bold new flavourThe pie merges spaghetti bolognese and cheese with a flaky pastry. Is it for you?26 Jan 03:21 AM
New ZealandPut a bung in it: Former homeowner tells new owner after $17k leaking pool claimThe ad said: "Beautiful homestead complete with swimming pool for those hot, sunny days."20 Jan 01:00 AM
ConstructionHarvey Norman revenue falls in spending downturnConsumers are being more cautious about investing in their homes, the company says.17 Jan 09:45 PM
Banking and financeDecember spending on a “sharper decline than expected”Electronic card spending fell at the end of last year which might be bad news for retail.17 Jan 12:43 AM
LifestylePepsi v Coke: Who won the battle of the fizz in Consumer NZ's blind taste test?Find out how the world's most famous cola compares to other brands.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandBotched: Unveiling cancelled after mistakes made on family headstonesOne headstone had three mistakes. The other said 'Godfather' instead of 'Grandfather'.10 Jan 06:23 AM
WorldFears Red Sea attacks will soon hit Kiwis in the pocketNew Zealand consumers could soon pay the price for shipping networks being disrupted.07 Jan 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoBad Santa? Returning unwanted pressies and other consumer rightsOPINION: Whether it's a robot or a dessert, those written warranties need to be honoured.07 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRoyalsWaterbeds, wine coolers and wool bathing shorts: What Consumers Price Index tells us about our pastThe CPI has been around for more than 100 years, so is a window to our past.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCan you spot what's wrong with this car seat photo?A photo of a child in a car seat has caused a furore online.28 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailReality check for self-checkoutThe promise of self-checkout was alluring. But theft and gripes abound.19 Dec 12:19 AM
EconomyCar imports take a tumble in November but we still have a trade deficitA big drop in EV imports is a strong feature of the latest overseas trade statistics.18 Dec 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeApple halts US sales of Watch before Christmas after losing patent caseFinancial Times: US judge finds blood oxygen sensor on new timepieces infringes patents.18 Dec 07:55 PM
Banking and financeConsumer confidence at highest level in nearly two yearsBank says more households expected the economy to strengthen over the coming year.17 Dec 11:26 PM
RetailRetailers urged to plan ahead as Kiwis become better bargain huntersBig majority surveyed expect to hold off on purchases until major sales event arrives.17 Dec 09:36 PM
Banking and financeShock as GDP falls 0.3 per cent in September quarterThe country's economy shrank in late winter and early spring, confounding experts.13 Dec 10:07 PM
New ZealandTurf wars: Couple awarded damages after complaint their artificial lawn was 'too shiny'Now the installer has to rip up the turf and start again.13 Dec 07:00 PM
WorldNot fit for purpose: Fitbit makes deceptive consumer law claims, fined $11m'We are pleased Fitbit admitted its misconduct, especially since this is the second time.'12 Dec 09:36 PM
PremiumPremiumAged care'Totally unfair': Retirement village resident decries $285,000 transfer feeConsumer NZ says such fees are unfair and mean people often can't shift.01 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailBlack Friday: A hit or a miss for consumers and retailers?Black Friday spending was down but some retailers came out with a win.27 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleLifetime of products is shrinking - NZ needs 'right to repair’OPINION: It's easier to throw away products than fix them. Are new laws the answer?24 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay, what are you doing with your $240 power payment?'We don’t want anyone to miss out on the $240 they are entitled to.'23 Nov 11:48 PM
Personal FinanceNasty loan surprise: Ombudsman's warning over Xmas ‘payment holidays’A motorist's nasty loan surprise could be a lesson to others.19 Nov 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeScamfest as retailers hope Black Friday and Cyber Monday pay offTwo big events made in the US, and one made in China, aim to ignite retail fortunes.17 Nov 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUS stocks and bonds jump after inflation fallsFinancial Times: Rise in US consumer price index slows more than economists had forecast.14 Nov 08:52 PM
