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How long should everyday appliances last? Why NZ needs a minimum product lifespan law

When a product or appliance fails, how often have you asked yourself whether it’s even worth fixing? Chances are, even if the item is repairable, the cost and inconvenience mean buying a new replacement can make more sense.

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Uphill battle for new Grocery Commissioner

Supermarkets form strong geographic monopolies that make competition difficult

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Commerce Commission should probe 'stubbornly' high remittance costs

Global currency tech company Wise is calling on the Commerce Commission to investigate what banks charge for overseas remittances when it conducts its market study into the retail banking sector.

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The new food baddie on the block

Two new reports have highlighted the artificial nature of the food we consume in the name of convenience.

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After the storms, what is the future of insurance?

A summer of devastating storms has put the spotlight on the role of insurance - and insurance companies - in society.

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Shopping for change: Busting the supermarket duopoly

How did New Zealand end up with just two big supermarket players - and can the government's changes really shake things up?

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Three years later and still no members for consumer advocacy group

Proponents say a delay in getting an advocacy group up and running after it was committed to by Government is letting some of the country’s most vulnerable consumers down.

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Sanctions shambles: ANZ declines skilled Iranian migrants a credit card

The messy world of international sanctions has become a stumbling block for the couple preparing to visit family for the first time in three years.

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'Heartbreaking': Grocery start-ups shut down in shadow of big supermarkets

Two new online food brands hailed for bringing range and competition to the grocery market have now closed their doors, unable to grow against the two big supermarket chains

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‘It’s like a Ponzi scheme’: New Zealand first homebuyers lean on bank of mum and dad

As housing prices surge, nearly half of Kiwis are relying on parents to get a foothold on the property ladder, eating into their retirement plans and savings

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand house prices are starting to fall – but many buyers remain locked out

Some economists are predicting a 10% decrease over the year, but even that won’t return prices to those of two years ago

The Guardian - AU

Travel insurance and the curious Covid chemotherapy clause

As borders open and New Zealanders get back on planes, the way travel insurance companies explain their Covid-related travel disruption cover to their customers is coming under scrutiny

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Govt loosening proposed financial regulation prompts warning

The new draft bill aims to tighten up the regulation of the banking and insurance sectors by ensuring that they comply with fair conduct principles so that consumers don’t lose out.

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