Tag: consumer_nz

• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Releases Product Tests on Coffee Machines, Vacuums and Father's Day Gift Ideas

  29 Aug 2026 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is reporting on its latest product tests, including coffee capsule machines and unreliable vacuum brands. It also offers Father's Day gift ideas, cleaning tips for front loaders, and advice on consumer rights for returns and refunds.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Petition to End High Power Prices Nears Close

  19 Aug 2026 10:04 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is reporting its petition to end high power prices in New Zealand is closing soon, aiming for 100,000 signatures. It highlights public concern over rising costs and significant power company profits.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnergySocial Issues Power pricesConsumer NZPetitionEnergy policyUtilitiesConsumer Protection

• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Ranks Real Estate Agencies, Reviews Appliances, and Highlights Energy Savings

  15 Aug 2026 9:04 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ released survey results on real estate agencies, reviewed air-purifying dehumidifiers, and highlighted popular power companies. It also previewed its spring magazine and upcoming energy-saving events.

  BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaReal EstateEconomyEnergyComputers and InternetDigital and Print Publishing Consumer NZHome AppliancesEnergy SavingsScamsConsumer Electronics

• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports on Failing Products, Recalled Toys, and Utility Bundles

  1 Aug 2026 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports expensive products failed tests, recalled children's toys remain online, and questions bundled utility deals, according to its latest newsletter.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports on Product Tests, Power Prices, and Kiwibank Fees

  18 Jul 2026 9:05 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ released findings on dishwasher detergents, affordable slow cookers, and clothes dryers. It also reported on Trade Me fee changes, Kiwibank's new charges, and power affordability in New Zealand.

  BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaEconomyComputers and InternetEducationSocial Issues Dishwasher DetergentsConsumer ProductsPower PricesTrade MeKiwibankSmartphonesConsumer NZ

• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Launches Airline Complaint Portal, Reviews Product Trends and Addresses Electricity Prices

  4 Jul 2026 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ has launched a new flight complaints portal and is reviewing product trends. It is also addressing rising electricity prices and examining Apple AirPods as hearing aids, according to its latest report.

  BusinessScience & TechnologyHealthEconomyTransportationComputers and InternetEnergySocial IssuesFinancial Markets Consumer RightsAirline ComplaintsProduct ReviewsApple AirPodsHearing AidsElectricity PricesConsumer NZ

• 40,000-Strong Petition Backs Labour Bill for Retirement Village Residents

  25 Jun 2026 7:02 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Labour Party

  Over 40,000 New Zealanders have signed a petition supporting Labour's Members Bill, which proposes a three-month repayment period for retirement village residents' money, a significant improvement over current government proposals.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports on Dehumidifier Performance, Loyalty Programs, and Consumer Rights Issues

  20 Jun 2026 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is reporting on significant discrepancies in dehumidifier performance, surprising changes in a new supermarket loyalty program, and issues with vehicle dispute resolution and electricity overpayments.

  BusinessScience & TechnologyHealthMediaEconomyComputers and InternetLegalMedical ScienceTransportationDigital and Print Publishing DehumidifiersSmart appliancesMobile phonesConsumer rightsLoyalty programsMotor Vehicle Disputes TribunalElectricity pricingProduct reviewsConsumer electronicsPersonal financeConsumer NZ

• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Highlights Soaring Power Bills, Calls for Reform

  9 Jun 2026 12:49 p.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is reporting that a quarter of New Zealand households struggled with power bills amid surging prices and record profits for electricity companies, urging a four-point plan and petition for change.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports Shifts in Top Power Companies, KiwiSaver Providers, and Robot Vacuum Recommendations

  6 Jun 2026 9:06 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports a shake-up in New Zealand's top-rated power companies, with last year's leaders acquired. It also identified top KiwiSaver providers, robot vacuums to avoid, and analyzed the grocery sector's ongoing competition issues.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Ranks Banks, Tests Appliances, Offers Consumer Advice

  23 May 2026 9:07 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is reporting on its 2026 banking satisfaction survey, new heat pump tests, and comparisons of washing machines and fridges. It also provides consumer rights advice and highlights early King's Birthday sales.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Pushes for Fairer Retirement Village Repayments

  18 May 2026 2:53 p.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is advocating for a 3-month repayment deadline for all retirement village residents in New Zealand, criticizing a government proposal that would only apply to future residents.

  BusinessPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyLegalGeneral PoliticsEducation Retirement VillagesConsumer NZRepayment TermsPetitionGovernment ProposalResident Rights

• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Tests Butter, Reviews Appliances, and Meets Commerce Minister

  9 May 2026 9:18 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ conducted a blind taste test of butter, reviewed appliances, and intervened in a furniture dispute. The organization also secured a meeting with New Zealand's Minister for Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Cameron Brewer, to discuss key consumer issues.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ releases appliance test results, offers consumer advice

  2 May 2026 9:11 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports on appliance tests, including clothes dryers and robot vacuums, and offers advice on insurance costs and consumer issues, according to its latest newsletter.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ reports on high profits for power companies amid rising bills

  28 Feb 2026 9:34 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports that New Zealand power companies announced significant profits while many customers face rising bills. The organization also highlighted issues with dishwashers and returning items to shops.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Seeks Donations

  2 Oct 2025 10:08 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports it is seeking donations to reach its $60,000 fundraising goal to advocate for consumer rights, fairer power prices, and accurate pricing.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Petition Seeks Supermarket Pricing Oversight

  23 Aug 2025 9:04 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports that its petition, with 25,000 signatures, to address supermarket pricing errors was handed to Minister Nicola Willis, who is considering stronger penalties.

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• Media Monitor: Water Bill Error, Online Shopping, Rugby World Cup, and Lord of the Rings Reunion

  23 Aug 2025 8:04 a.m. · Source: RNZ News

  Radio New Zealand reports on a water bill error in Hawke's Bay, consumer preferences for one-stop shopping, upcoming sports matches, and a possible Lord of the Rings cast reunion.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ on Supermarket Pricing, Kmart Claims

  16 Aug 2025 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports that a petition to promote accurate supermarket pricing will be presented in Parliament. It also warned Kmart over unsubstantiated claims about sustainably sourced cotton.

  BusinessHealthScience & TechnologyEconomyMedical ScienceComputers and Internet Consumer NZNicola WillisKmartThe WarehouseElectric CarsCotton

• Media Monitor: RNZ reports missing tramper, nursing shortages, price errors

  25 Jul 2025 4:30 p.m. · Source: RNZ News

  Radio New Zealand reports a West Coast beekeeper who helped recover bodies after the Erebus air disaster has gone missing while tramping, and that Health NZ has hired just 45% of mid-year graduate nurses.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Calls for Supermarket Pricing Rules

  22 Jul 2025 10:10 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ is advocating for stronger supermarket pricing rules after a survey found that 62% of New Zealanders have noticed pricing errors.

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• Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports Ineffective Medicines Still Sold

  28 Jun 2025 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ reports that supermarkets and pharmacies in New Zealand continue to sell ineffective cold and flu medicines and is asking retailers why.

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• Consumer NZ Seeks Nominations for 'Yeah, Nah' Awards, Highlights Sunscreen Failures

  14 Jun 2025 9:03 a.m. · Source: Consumer NZ

  Consumer NZ calls for nominations for its annual 'Yeah, Nah' Awards, highlighting disappointing products and services. Recent tests reveal many sunscreens don't meet SPF claims.

  BusinessHealthScience & TechnologyWorldEconomyEnergyMedical Science Consumer NZYeah, Nah AwardsSunscreenFrank EnergySunbedsBNPLProduct Recall

• Consumer NZ: Third of New Zealanders Need Help Accessing Food

  24 Apr 2025 4:30 p.m. · Source: RNZ News

  A Consumer NZ survey reveals a third of New Zealanders needed food assistance in the past year, raising concerns about grocery market accessibility and affordability despite government interventions.

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