Posted by July 4th 2025
KEY POINTS The cheapest phone plans include 2degrees' $8/m plan (150MB – 100mins & unlimited texts in NZ/OZ) | Skinny's $8/m plan (250MB – 100mins & unlimited texts in NZ/OZ). Most $30-$40/m plans offer unlimited …
Posted by December 6th 2024
If you’re on the hunt for a cheap broadband internet plan, what should you look out for? Compare providers with Canstar Blue.
Posted by June 11th 2024
How many service stations are there in New Zealand? How many of the ones near you have cheap fuel?
Posted by April 8th 2024
In every New Zealand household, the refrigerator plays a vital role in food safety and preservation. This is why understanding the ideal fridge temperature is fundamental to good food hygiene. The magic numbers for the best …
Posted by April 26th 2022
As the cold sets in it's easy to run up the heating bill. So it's important to take what action you can to limit your heating expenses this winter and keep electricity costs down. Canstar goes …
Posted by June 29th 2021
Where would we be without supermarkets? The convenience of having every food item imaginable (just about) within our reach is something we often take for granted. The first supermarkets in NZ appeared in the 1920s under …
Posted by June 29th 2021
The chill of morning frosts and the dampness of rain tell us winter has arrived. Wherever you are in the country, it’s likely you’ve noticed your power bills start to creep up. Of course, a …
Posted by May 25th 2021
Netflix Netflix is no newcomer in New Zealand, but the popular streaming service continuously adds new shows and movies to its platform. Netflix has built a reputation for creating entertaining originals, too, which keep fans hooked. …
Posted by May 6th 2021
Canstar Blue is thrilled to announce that Pulse Energy's Pay It Forward program is a winner of its Innovation Excellence Awards 2021. The awards, which involve a sophisticated rating methodology unique to Canstar, compare the …
Posted by April 22nd 2021
Canstar Blue is thrilled to announce that Mercury's app is a winner of its Innovation Excellence Awards 2021. The awards, which involve a sophisticated rating methodology unique to Canstar, compare the latest innovations from telecommunications …
Posted by April 7th 2021
Dehumidifiers are relatively cheap to run, easy to use, and can save you plenty of discomfort. They’re not just for winter months, either. Throughout the year, a dehumidifier can tackle mould and damp by ridding …
Posted by March 30th 2021
Here in Aotearoa the production and sale of alcohol is a multi-billion dollar industry. According to figures from Statistics New Zealand, 495m litres of alcoholic drinks were available for domestic consumption in 2020. As a …
Posted by March 12th 2021
Has the time come to finally update that gorgeous '70s linoleum in the kitchen? Like windows and a front door, flooring's a universal and essential part of any home. And whether you’re after smooth wooden …
Posted by March 5th 2021
If you’ve ever spent hours in the sun painting your home, you'll know the feeling of satisfaction that comes with finally putting down the brush, stepping back and admiring the result. Yes, you could pay …
Posted by March 3rd 2021
Throws, side tables, rugs, couches, tables and chairs – they're all furnishings that can change the look and feel of a home dramatically. It’s simple to elevate any room with on-trend home décor, whether your …
Posted by February 26th 2021
No one likes a dull dinner after a long day. Or the dreaded planning and purchasing of weekday meals. That's why so many Kiwis are spicing up their culinary lives by using a meal kit …
Posted by February 24th 2021
New Zealanders’ love of online shopping increased dramatically over the past year. It appears that while we were confined to our homes during the pandemic, we enjoyed plenty of online retail therapy. A recent commerce …
Posted by February 19th 2021
Despite most Kiwis enjoying a summer break in January, the housing market didn’t slow down. According to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), the market was busier than we would usually see at …
Posted by February 19th 2021
More than half of New Zealanders use either prescription eyeglasses or contacts. Sight is something we often take for granted until we need specs, but thankfully these days there are plenty of styles to choose …
Posted by December 9th 2020
Thousands of Kiwis lace up their sneakers and hit the gym each week. Or, if they’re very dedicated, perhaps every morning! So it’s no wonder NZ’s gym industry is so healthy! Over recent years, the …