Business & Markets

More Kiwis putting Christmas on credit card

Many more people feeling anxious about extra expense involved with the festive period are turning to their credit card to pay for Christmas this year, a new... Read More

Spike in car insurance premiums

Consumer NZ surveying has found premiums for comprehensive car insurance have increased up to 38 per cent since 2021. Consumer is urging New Zealanders to... Read More

Unruly on a plane

As the holiday season continues, Air New Zealand is asking customers to embrace the spirit of Christmas and show respect to fellow passengers and their staff... Read More

Be wary: burglaries peak in summer

‘Tis the season for theft, warns AMI AMI is warning people to be wary ahead of the busiest time of the year for theft claims. Almost 20 per cent... Read More

What's on: museum, lights and market

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting showers clearing this... Read More

Bad batteries mostly to blame for roadside rescues

As people prepare for the summer road trip season, AMI has looked at the most common reasons drivers have called for a roadside rescue, with batteries... Read More

Busting urban myths with insurance data

We've all heard them: urban myths, folklore, legends. But are they true? AMI's insurance data has put seven tall tales to the test. * Urban myth 1:... Read More

Think twice before taking a payment holiday

Now that we are in the "holiday season", people may be tempted to take a ‘payment holiday' on loans to help ease financial pressure. However, Financial... Read More

Tairua is bustling after SH25A reopening

A week on from the Coromandel Peninsula's State Highway 25A reopening, business is booming in Tairua. After slips washed away parts of SH25A earlier this... Read More

Five ways to save money in 2024

Consumer NZ is sharing top tips to help New Zealanders hold onto more of their hard-earned dollars in 2024. As the cost-of-living squeeze continues to put... Read More

El Niño threat looms large over tourism sector

The tourism industry is preparing to face the impacts of El Niño during a busy summer. The weather pattern typically causes dryness in the east... Read More

Watchdog's warning over extended warranties

Consumer NZ wants people to be aware of their rights when returning and exchanging gifts. The Consumer Guarantees Act does not require a retailer to give... Read More