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Cold-calling scammers a rising threat
Internet watchdog Netsafe is warning of cold-calling scammers ramping up attacks on New Zealand computer users.
Regulator readies RWC business campaign
The Commerce Commission is about to launch an education campaign aimed at stamping out unfair business practices around next year's Rugby World Cup.
Fish price hard to swallow
We might be surrounded by sea but Kiwis continue to pay top dollar for one of our most bountiful resources - fish.
Methven fined $50,000 for misleading customers
Methven has admitted nine breaches of the Fair Trading Act for misleading consumers about water savings from its showers.
Complaints roll in to watchdog on GST-rip offs
More than 30 people have complained to the Commerce Commission that businesses are using GST as an excuse to charge higher prices.
<i>Brian Fallow</i>: Decision will have impact on consumers
The Commerce Commission has a big call to make by the end of the year.
More and less as the tax rules change
Most Kiwis will get more money in their pockets from Friday, when the Government's tax cuts take effect.
Do you think firms have used the GST rise as an excuse to lift prices?
Will businesses take advantage of Friday's rise in GST from 12.5pc to 15pc?
Majority expect big GST impact on household spending - survey
Businesses are concerned that the GST rise will dampen down already weak consumer confidence.
Fair Go's Kevin Milne leaving TVNZ
TVNZ has announced Fair Go stalwart Kevin Milne is leaving the broadcaster after the the show's season ends later this year.
<i>GST Countdown:</i> Staying under a $20 icecream lid
Ice cream company owner Greg Hall is fearful about how the GST hike will affect his "magic price point".