New ZealandAvoid Dole bananas, says OxfamNew Zealanders are being urged to be wary of buying Dole bananas after the release of a new report claiming the company's treatment of plantation workers is unethical.27 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandMobiles an easy hit for cyber-crimsCyber criminals are increasingly attacking mobile devices - because they are easy targets.26 May 05:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementEateries dominate discount book dealsKiwis love discount vouchers. And June 1 is the start of the current year for anyone who has bought an Entertainment Book. These are chunky books full of tear-out discount vouchers.25 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandLoan costs to riseInterest-rate rises are looming, with some senior bank experts even picking floating rates to be at 7 per cent by the end of next year.25 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandScam Watch - May 26The Department of Internal Affairs has only had one new email scam reported this week, from "Peter Stevenson".25 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandCar dealer fined over 'shill bidding'An online car dealer that placed thousands of fake bids on more than 500 of its own auctions has been fined $42,000 this afternoon.23 May 04:22 AM
New Zealand$100k online car dealer scamAn online car dealer has been snared placing thousands of fake bids on more than 500 of its own auctions.22 May 05:30 PM
OpinionAsk Susan: $15 for a reprintI lost my receipt after paying my annual Koru Club membership and asked Air New Zealand for another copy. They were going to charge me $15.18 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandDodgy desk riskConsumers are being warned that thousands of items of furniture may contain uncomfortably high levels of formaldehyde because of New Zealand's lack of restrictions.18 May 05:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Beauty bargainsCosmetics and beauty products cost most women a small fortune. Those tiny tubes of magic come with prices inverse to their weight.18 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Bankrupt nearly backA victim of a three-times bankrupted builder says more needs to be done to protect consumers from people who have been declared insolvent multiple times.11 May 05:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: As good as new with warrantiesLooking for ways to get "as new" electrical goods without paying full price? Don't want to risk buying second-hand on Trade Me? Then try "refurbished" items.11 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandWashing machine fire escapeA Wairarapa family have become the latest victims of a washing machine notorious for catching fire.08 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandMiddle men cash in on currencyKiwi travellers scan the internet for cheap flights but appear happy to pay over the odds for foreign currency.04 May 05:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Low, low price sometimes means high, high riskConsumers can save serious cash by shopping around. And price comparison websites let you do that at the flick of a mouse or touch of a smartphone screen.04 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandArsenic in the airSafe pollution levels are being breached by burning timber treated with arsenic, a study shows.04 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandNZ v the world: How we rate on pricesIs NZ really an expensive place to live? Overall the answer is yes, according to a global price survey. But as Amelia Wade finds in a checklist of 24 items, it all depends on what you're buying.03 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Snack for athletesPeople reaching for a protein bar, thinking it's a healthy snack, may be unwittingly adding to their waist lines.27 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Parts cost a shockA strong Kiwi dollar and weak demand from European car buyers are driving up the popularity of brands like Volkswagen, Audi and BMW in NZ.27 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Postage costs put a sting in the tail of online shoppingKiwis are increasingly buying from overseas. It's not great for our retailers, but it's a fact of life.27 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Coffee has bruising costKiwis are snapping up capsule coffee machines, even though the cost of making a cup of coffee can be three times as much as using a traditional machine with beans.20 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Lowest prices if you're AustralianThe hardware chain offers to beat any price on the same stocked item by 15 per cent.20 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionAsk Susan: Fitting policiesI was in a shop dressing room that had a sign saying if customers damaged clothing while trying it on, they would have to pay for it. It also said no one was allowed to take photos in the dressing rooms.20 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandBankrupted builder backA tradesman who was publicly accused of ripping off clients is back, and appears to be up to his old tricks.13 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandCheck chips, pet owners toldPet owners are being warned that identity microchips in their precious animals may be faulty after flaws were detected in more than 1,000 chips.13 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionWendyl NissenWendyl wants to know: Sweet drink has two additives banned in USTwo additives that have been banned in the United States should send any consumer running, writes Wendyl Nissen.12 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandKiwis crave online convenienceKiwis are increasingly becoming "convenient consumers" as they choose to shop and watch TV when it suits them.12 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionSue Kedgley: New food standard not whole packageIf you wander around a supermarket, you'll find all sorts of fanciful health claims on food, writes Sue Kedgley. Health claims are often presented as if they provide vital information about the health qualities of food.10 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandThrifty Kiwis target grocery dealsNew Zealanders buy 59 per cent of their groceries on sale, the highest percentage of any developed nation.08 Apr 05:30 PM
