Home & Garden

Best Night/Off-Peak Power Plans

Posted by May 1st 2023

If you have lots of appliances running during the night, it could pay to switch to a night time electricity tariff.


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30 Seconds: New Zealand’s Favourite Outdoor Cleaning Products

Posted by January 17th 2023

Too often, after a long week of work, weekends are spent working on the house. Scrubbing walls with outdoor cleaners, water blasting the driveway, cleaning windows … before you know it, it's Monday morning and …


Bunnings: The Nation’s Favourite Home Improvement Stores

Posted by December 14th 2022

DIY is a favourite pastime here in New Zealand. Long sunny weekends are spent drilling, sawing, sanding, painting, plumbing and more, all in an effort to get our homes looking their best. And home improvement stores …


Ninja Air Fryers: New Zealand's Favourite Air Fryers

Ninja Air Fryers: New Zealand’s Favourite Air Fryers

Posted by February 13th 2023

Ovens are a great appliance and one that most of us use regularly. Whether it's cooking a roast or baking a cake, there's not a lot an oven can't do. The only problem is that …


Masport BBQs: The Nation's Favourite Barbecues

Masport BBQs: The Nation’s Favourite BBQs

Posted by November 24th 2022

Once summer rolls around, most of us seem to forget that our homes have kitchens. Who needs an oven or a stove when you have the Swiss Army Knife of cooking appliances right there on …


Masport: New Zealand's Best Lawnmowers

Masport: New Zealand’s Best Lawn Mowers

Posted by November 24th 2022

The sound of your neighbour's lawn mower spluttering into action at 8am on a Sunday is a sure sign that summer has arrived. And much like the way one dog sets off all the dogs …


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PlayStation 5: Where to Buy the PS5

Posted by July 20th 2023

You wouldn't know it, but the PlayStation 5 has been on shelves for well over two years now. Released way back in November 2020 the reality for most is that it feels more like the …


Arvida Retirement Villages: 5-Star Retirement Awaits

Arvida Retirement Villages: 5-Star Retirement Awaits

Posted by August 5th 2022

Over the next few years, New Zealand's population is only going to get older. In fact, within the next 25 years, an estimated 25% of Kiwis will be 65 or over! That means more and …


What’s the Best Way to Heat Your Bathroom?

What’s the Best Way to Heat Your Bathroom?

Posted by August 5th 2022

Author: Abi Buckland Tiled bathroom floors can be a lifesaver in the summer. But the thought of stepping onto that frosty floor in winter can fill us with dread. Waiting for the water to run hot …


Solar Power Is it Worth it

Solar Power: Is it Worth it?

Posted by May 11th 2022

In recent years, solar power has become a popular option for households looking for ways to cut their power bills. The country's solar generation capacity grew 36% from 2014 to 2019, driven largely by residential …


Real Estate Agents: First National Is First in Real Estate

Real Estate Agents: First National Is First in Real Estate

Posted by May 5th 2022

The housing market is a hot topic right now. The last few years saw record-low interest rates and record-high housing prices, as thousands of Kiwis surged into the market. But this year, thanks to rising …


Carpet Court: The Best in Flooring

Carpet Court: The Best in Flooring

Posted by April 26th 2022

The flooring in your home is crucial to the overall look and feel of a room. Whether beautiful wooden floors, statement bathroom tiles, or plush carpets, your choice of flooring is essential for both your …


Harrisons Curtains & Blinds: Best in Home Furnishings

Posted by April 13th 2022

How you style your home and your choice of home furnishings has an important part to play in transforming your house into a family home. Curtains, blinds and soft furnishings are little extras that can …


Simple Guide to Finding the Cheapest Power Deals

Posted by August 18th 2022

At Canstar Blue, our mission is to help consumers discover the best deals. But sniffing out the cheapest power deals can seem complicated. To start with there are so many different power companies: 14 in …


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Ring: New Zealand’s Choice for Home Security

Posted by March 24th 2022

Home Security isn't a new industry, but it's one that's changed a lot over recent years. In the past, the go-to method of security was a hard-wired system of motion sensors throughout a home linked …


Skinny NZ’s Cheapest Broadband Deal

Posted by March 25th 2022

Unlimited broadband at 300mbps/100mbps for $52 per month. Yep, you read that correctly: $52 per month! No frills internet provider Skinny's new deal really is that cheap. But is it a good deal, and is it …


Vodafone SuperWifi: What Is It and Is It Worth the Money?

Vodafone SuperWifi: What Is It and Is It Worth the Money?

Posted by June 21st 2023

Vodafone's SuperWifi broadband deal is promising end-to-end, wall-to-wall, wi-fi coverage in your home. Guaranteed or you get a $100 credit back. For those accustomed to patchy signals and buffering, it sounds like a dream. So how …


Resene: New Zealand’s Favourite House Paint

Posted by March 24th 2022

One of the cheapest and easiest ways to update your home is with a fresh coat of house paint. Nothing revamps a living space like switching from Antique White to Whisper White. Or maybe Astor …


Love Online Shopping? You'll love Mighty Ape!

Mighty Ape: New Zealand’s Favourite Online Retailer

Posted by February 24th 2022

Online shopping has grown exponentially over the past few years. Our lives have been going increasingly digital since the start of the century, but the Covid economy only added fuel to the fire. Kiwis have …


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Mitre 10 Named New Zealand’s Favourite Garden Centre

Posted by February 10th 2022

We Kiwis love to get stuck into our yards. Whether that's maintaining a nice even lawn for a game of backyard cricket, a jungle of native flora, or a veggie patch to cut those rising …