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Consumer says cyclone victims told to pay for lost Sky Boxes
Group says it has raised concerns with the broadcaster.
Rogue robotic vacuum cleaner's rampage causes $3.5k in damage
The expensive vacuum went rogue after being left to its own devices.
Secret cybersecurity shake-up: Little confirms, defends plan after protest letter
Cert NZ will be mashed into the GCSB.
‘They have deep pockets’: Consumer boss wants banks forced to refund scam victims
'It’s getting worse. The figures are mind-boggling.'
No power in some households, high prices in others
Our most vulnerable and cash-strapped NZers are paying around 15 per cent more for power.
Retirement village ripoff: $100 charge to replace $5.80 washer for toilet
'Always happy to investigate any issue of alleged unfairness or inappropriate charging.'
Exposed: Retailers' sneaky tactics to make you spend more at the till
PriceSpy and Consumer NZ share their tips for saving cash and avoiding the sales trap.
'Sad reality': Supermarket staff fitted with bodycams to combat rising crime
Crime prevention or breach of privacy? Not all are happy with bodycams at the checkout.
‘Nightmare’: Woman demands refund after sixth attempt to fix scratched Tesla
Tesla NZ to face the Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal for the second time.
Banks less trusted than supermarkets - Consumer NZ survey
Public trust in banks falls as profits surge in the middle of a cost of living crisis.
Food price inflation will continue to bite Kiwi households
Stats NZ said today that food prices are the highest since 1987.
Revv-olting car loan debacle horrifies consumer watchdog
$30k loan for $7k car shows major car finance overhaul needed, Consumer NZ says.
Eighty Kiwis stung by $6.5m luxury cruise ship failure: receiver
'This cruise was a Fawlty Towers from start to end. You could not eat the food,' - review.
Two cancellations in 48hrs: Passenger seeks damages for ‘emotional distress’
She feels she is owed emotional damages for the ordeal.
‘To me, it’s theft’: More BPMe app users complain of being charged twice
BP insists there are no known issues with petrol app despite customer's claims.
Virgin extends flight credits for Kiwis - but there’s still a catch
Consumer NZ has advice for those caught out by the airline's collapse three years ago.
More than 300 ‘dodgy’ supermarket specials exposed, but Foodstuffs hits back
'Concerning' volume of misleading pricing and promotions, consumer group says.
Cost of living: High food prices now a bigger worry than rent, Consumer says
Food costs surge, leapfrog other concerns as inflation and cyclone hit home.
Appliance shops big winners in consumer group People’s Choice awards
Shoppers demand better service after emerging from Covid hibernation.
Stranded Cook Strait ferry passengers have ‘strong case’ for payout
Ferry passengers who forked out money over the delays could get it back, Consumer NZ says.
Top of the pots: Consumer NZ rates Kmart saucepan the best
The budget saucepan beat pots that go for hundreds of dollars.
Does Snickers still satisfy? Popular chocolate bar gets 12 per cent smaller for same price
Snickers bar now smaller as rising costs hit manufacturing.
Boxing Day launches early for some retailers
Retailers and shoppers gear up for biggest sales day of the year.
Retirement village law under spotlight for potential reform
Probe comes following widespread calls for change in the sector.
Hold the line: Govt agency wait-time survey reveals some surprises
Consumer investigation says some delays answering calls are truly appalling.
'Dodgy dealings': Sunscreen firm slapped with fine for SPF claims
Judge says sentence should act as a deterrent against making unsubstantiated claims.
'Significant privacy and ethical concerns’: Supermarkets slammed for scanning customers' faces
A watchdog is 'seriously concerned' over Kiwi's biometric data being captured.
Consumer NZ warns shoppers to be wary of Black Friday sales
The watchdog is urging shoppers to do their research and to think before buying.
Teen wins dispute over dodgy iPhone sold on Facebook
The 'perfect' phone turned out to be water-damaged and rusty.
Seven out of eight sunscreens fail Consumer NZ SPF testing
Only one brand lived up to its SPF50 label.
Focus: All you need to know about sunscreens this summer
All you need to know about sunscreen and how to stay safe this summer as SPF testing gets revealed. Video / NZ Herald
Focus Live: Black Friday deals pack malls across NZ
Shopping malls are packed across the country in the shopping event of the year. Video / Dean Purcell
Lockdown: Do I have to keep paying gym membership/childcare fees?
Will you still need to pay for gym memberships and childcare while in lockdown?