Bruce Pitchers began his career writing about pop culture, before spending a decade in sports journalism. More recently, he’s applied his writing and editing skills to the world of finance. Prior to Canstar, he freelanced for The Australian Financial Review and the NZ Financial Markets Authority.
Posted by September 30th 2022
If you're considering buying an electric car (EV) or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), there's more to consider than just the car itself. You also have to take into consideration EV charging, and the …
Posted by September 7th 2022
It's not been an easy ride for small businesses over the past few years. Whether it has been lockdowns keeping the doors closed, supply chain issues impacting stock and deliveries, or inflation causing costs to …
Posted by September 2nd 2022
Electric hot water cylinders are the most popular type of water heating system used by New Zealand households. However, while they are a comparatively cheap upfront option, the running costs can really add up over …
Posted by August 18th 2022
To compare power companies to find the best deal for your home can seem a daunting task. To start with there are so many different power companies: 14 in Canstar Blue's most recent Customer Satisfaction …
Posted by June 29th 2022
When choosing a new power plan, don't get sucked in by flash freebies, or fail to properly research if a plan is right for you and your power usage. Canstar Blue looks at the key …
Posted by June 20th 2022
A history of bad credit can lead to issues when signing up with a new electricity provider. However, for consumers who have credit-related problems, there are ways to get electricity with no credit checks. Canstar …
Posted by September 13th 2022
It's not often that a new power company rides into town. Sure there's the odd rebranding (think Energy Online becoming Frank Energy). But Octopus Energy's debut on the NZ electricity market heralds the arrival of …
Posted by June 8th 2022
When was the last time you checked your mobile plan to see if you're getting the best value for money? According to Canstar Blue's latest mobile plans awards research, only around a quarter of Kiwis …
Posted by May 31st 2022
Author: Michael Lund Want to save money on groceries? Canstar has some great tips to provide relief at the check-out: How to Save Money on Groceries 1. Make a weekly meal plan One of the best ways to save …
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 …