Nicole Barratt

Nicole Barratt Nicole Barratt started her career in news journalism, working for one of New Zealand’s leading newspapers. Post her news stint, she freelanced for outlets including The Sunday Star Times and NZ Life & Leisure Magazine. More recently, she’s applied her research and writing skills to the world of finance for Canstar.


Kiwis’ Top Pet Food Picks: Pedigree and Fancy Feast

Posted by November 19th 2020

We all love our pets dearly. In most households, they’re considered an additional furry member of the family. So it’s no surprise that we want to make sure they’re receiving delicious pet food and top-notch …


Best Multivitamins and Immune-boosters for Spring

Posted by November 19th 2020

1. Citrus fruits Get your fill of oranges, mandarins, lemons and any other citrus fruits available in spring. Vitamin C is found in excess in citrus fruits. We all know it helps fight colds and flu, …


How to Protect Your Business From a Cyber Attack

Posted by September 4th 2020

Whether you operate your business from a traditional bricks-and-mortar location, or solely online, thinking about how to keep your information safe from cyber attack is key. As we’ve grown more dependent on the web and fed …


Home Improvement Heaven: Mitre 10 & Makita

Posted by September 14th 2020

Kiwis love the challenge of a good DIY project, and the all-important visit to a local home improvement store. Whether we're re-painting a room, building a deck or remodelling a bathroom, as one very well …


10+ Best BBQ Tips for Great Grilling

Posted by September 3rd 2020

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 …


Money Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Moving House

Posted by August 19th 2020

Whether you’re upsizing or downsizing, moving house is about the planning if you want it to be stress free. If you wait until the last minute to organise your move, you’ll probably overwhelm yourself. This …


8 Ways You Can Damage A Home

Posted by August 12th 2020

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 …


How Much Does It Cost to Make Perfect Toast?

Posted by August 6th 2020

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 …



The Best Small Business Phone and Broadband Providers

Posted by July 29th 2020

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 …