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<i>Diana Clement</i>: Ripped off? Here's how to get justice

<i>Inside Money:</i> Consumer backing the big end of town

Is Consumer backing the big end of town in the debate over financial advisor legislation?

Hair care: Gently does it

Natural or eco-friendly "green" hair is the latest trend, writes Janetta Mackay.

Consumers not ready to spend yet

Refrigerators recalled

Loyalty schemes rely on shoppers forgetting to cash in their points

Councils paid for private info

Homeowners are being targeted by advertisers using private information from building consent applications to solicit sales.

Cult coffee not to be pooh-poohed

Kopi luwak is a blend made from the droppings of small cat-like creatures found in Indonesia, and costs $50 for 50g here.

<i>Editorial</i>: No excuses with elderly food

Chip watchdog warns takeaways

Taxis unlawfully flag shorter trips at peak times

Heart drug recalled over defects

<i>Roger Bull:</i> Fight's on for shoppers' freedom in face of tobacco zealots

Roger Bull argues that bans on product displays in stores impinge on consumers' right to choose.

Banks warned to watch fees

Commission warns on credit card fees

The Commerce Commission has warned credit card companies against charging late payment penalty fees of more than $15.

Budget 2010: Retailers say timing bad on GST rise