Enjoying the outdoors while cooking a few snags on the barbie is a classic Kiwi pastime, and it’s easy to see why. Who doesn’t enjoy the chance to get their grill on instead of staying cooped up indoors? 1. If you don’t have a brush, clean your BBQ with tin foil If you don’t have … Continued
Mobile data brings the wide world of the internet to your smartphone, from casual browsing, to accessing emails and social media, video calling, and video and music streaming. However, data costs can quickly add up, so it’s worthwhile shopping around for cheap deals. Retailer mobile offerings can be split broadly into postpaid (pay at the … Continued
It’s easy to remember to vacuum the carpets and clean surfaces and windows. But even if our homes are sparkling on the surface, there can be some deeper issues we often forget to address. And these can quickly build up and cause serious damage to a home. 1. Neglecting your gutters will damage a home … Continued
If you have ever looked inside your toaster and seen those glowing, hot wires, you could be forgiven for thinking making toast burns through a phenomenal amount of electricity. But the truth is … it’s costing you mere cents. Canstar takes a closer look at how much your morning toast (and cuppa!) might be adding … Continued
Plenty of Kiwis’ jobs involve driving, and fuel is a major expense. Whether you work as a sole trader, with one set of wheels, or as part of a small business, with a whole fleet – you need to gas up! More than half of New Zealanders’ travel time is spent driving, according to NZTA, … Continued
Small businesses represent a considerable proportion of all businesses in New Zealand. Together they employ 30% of our working population. Modern small businesses rely on fast internet and reliable phone plans. They’re both essential tools to keep the wheels of commerce turning. But given the competition in the mobile phone and broadband market, which provider … Continued
There are a few simple upgrades you might want to consider if you’re looking for a warmer, healthier home over winter. Some are more expensive than others, but your health will thank you for it later! 1. Double-glazed windows Double-glazed windows are a great home upgrade for winter and can cut heat loss considerably. Glass … Continued
When it’s dark and stormy outside, our washing lines go into seasonal retirement. But if you don’t have a dryer in your home, or are trying to save on your power bill, no problem! Here are Canstar’s top tips for drying clothes faster during winter without using a dryer. Drying your clothes is a breeze … Continued
The world’s shopping landscape has changed in recent years. No longer do we need to visit a physical store to find what we want, with the click of a button and the magic of a courier service, our goods arrive on our doorstep in a matter of days. The latest stats for 2019 show some … Continued
New Zealand cloud-based accounting software company Xero has once again proven itself the most popular provider for small businesses, winning Canstar’s award for the second year in a row. In Canstar’s survey, the global innovator won 5 Star ratings for customer satisfaction in all categories. The survey of small business owners and operators was undertaken … Continued