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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Z Energy apologises for 2022 ad campaign after legal action
Consumer NZ says the apology sends a warning over greenwashing ads.
'Misleading' pricing: Microsoft dragged into court in Australia, gets ticking-off letter in NZ
Consumer NZ says Kiwi users faced the same hidden pricing options.
Windows 10 Q&A: How can I get security updates for another year, for free?
A stay of execution, for most.
How to shop smarter this Christmas amid cost-of-living crunch
One common Christmas gift has come under fire. Is it worth the cash?
Business groups push back on Govt plan to ban payment surcharges
The signatories include chambers of commerce, industry and business associations.
Should you be paying commission on your KiwiSaver?
Some KiwiSaver advisers earn hundreds of thousands a year in commissions.
Peter McBride: What Fonterra’s $4.2b sale means for dairy’s future
Lactalis has agreed to buy Fonterra’s Consumer brands in a $4.22b deal.
Visa and Mastercard tipped to benefit from Govt surcharge ban
Officials have warned that banning surcharges could push up prices for all shoppers.
'It's convenient': How Taiwan turned 7-Eleven into everyday lifeline
Taiwan has more than 14,000 convenience stores serving 23 million people.
'We weren't drinking alcohol' - Christchurch retirement village resident
'We should be able to live our lives peacefully, doing what we enjoy,' says Jean Sparrow.
Happy with your purchase? NZ's best and worst retailers revealed
Consumer NZ dished out low marks to some of the country's most well-known stores.
Kraft Heinz announces split, creating two focused companies by 2026
One will focus on sauces like Heinz Ketchup; the other on Oscar Mayer.
Why insurance prices keep rising faster than inflation
Canterbury and Wellington homeowners are being hit harder than Auckland.
'Dreams shattered': Family's reno in limbo, $16k out of pocket by Kitchen Things demise
Customers say they're stressed and in the dark after Kitchen Things' receivership.
Are Aussie insurers ripping us off? Call made for more transparency over premiums
Consumer NZ wants the Financial Markets Authority and Commerce Commission to get involved.
Concern Ticketek acquisition of Eventfinda may increase prices for consumers
The two companies say the deal will make it easier for people to buy tickets.
'Left in limbo': Kiwi creatives struggle with Facebook, Instagram's account removals
A Whangārei photographer has lost her 4000-strong following that took 10 years to build.
'Bank did not flag this': Kitchen Things customer paid $5500 deposit despite its receivership
Customers have vented their frustration over not receiving paid-for-goods.
Jetstar could face at least $1.5m fine for ‘reckless’ attitude to refunds
'Critical part of economy' put at risk by Jetstar's actions, court is told.
Should you buy ticket protection for your next concert or event?
Often mistaken as 'insurance', ticket protection offerings have seen a post-Covid rise.
First mechanised removal of 'wet wipe island' begins in Thames
Volunteers collected over 140,000 wipes in eight years.
Some Hawke’s Bay shops may stop offering PayWave due to surcharge ban: Retail advocate
'Why would the business owner want to pay for that when they can’t on-charge?'
Consumer confidence drops in July, inflation expectations rise
ANZ's Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence measure has dropped in July.
Editorial: Surcharge ban a win for consumers but will it save them money?
OPINION: It should provide a clearer and smoother experience, removing any confusion.
'Ruling the roost more than ever': Former Energy Minister rips into Big Four power companies
Market reform is seen by some as the only real way to see power prices come down.
'Reform overdue': Push for fairer retirement village dispute system
The proposed system would minimise legal representation in disputes.
'Excessive': Govt to ban card payment surcharges
The change will benefit those who shop in-store, rather than online.
'We are suffering': Solo mum used Afterpay for food since power bills chewed up benefit
More than 100,000 New Zealanders can’t keep warm in their homes over winter. We ask why.
Supermarkets admit pricing errors amid pressure over misleading specials
Consumer NZ received 20 complaints since Tuesday; the usual daily rate is two.