Posted by October 21st 2021
How much time do you spend with your car? There are currently over 4.3 million cars on our roads. And for most of us, cars are an integral part of the family. Indeed, if you …
Posted by December 2nd 2020
As the traditional utility demands of households have changed to include broadband, the retail market has started to focus on hot deals for combined power and internet. So too has Canstar Blues' expert consumer analysis. …
Posted by December 2nd 2020
When it comes to where you live, location, location, location might well be a top concern. But storage, storage and self-storage is a close second. The immaculate pictures that accompany real estate listings, or those that …
Posted by February 23rd 2021
Heat pumps aren’t just an option for keeping toes toasty in winter. As they offer the ability to cool air, as well as heat it, more people across the country are turning to heat pumps …
Posted by October 21st 2021
It’s no wonder Kiwis appreciate a good car. More than half of New Zealanders’ total travel time is spent driving. Our rates of car ownership continue to rise, with at least 70 light vehicles for …
Posted by November 19th 2020
New Zealanders are among the biggest fans in the world of the delectable and lickable summer treat that is ice cream. Whether it's dished up in a cone, scooped into a bowl or simply a …
Posted by December 4th 2020
Happy Birthday! Canstar Blue is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. To commemorate a decade of helping Kiwi consumers make informed choices, we're revisiting our awards and recognising some of the outstanding brands that have dominated our …
Posted by November 13th 2020
The new Xbox Series X and S consoles are in hot demand at the moment. Like Sony's latest PS5, you'll be hard-pressed to find one in the shops at the moment. Even pre-orders are being …
Posted by November 19th 2020
We’re a nation of drivers in New Zealand so, naturally, we’re also a nation of fuel guzzlers. A recent survey conducted by AA Insurance found 64% of Kiwis get behind the wheel every day. If you …
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 …
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, …
Posted by July 17th 2020
It seems television shows such as The Block are encouraging a new generation of Kiwis to give DIY a go. And while we are increasingly looking online for guidance when it comes to completing projects …
Posted by October 21st 2019
A Canstar Blue survey into the Most Satisfied Customers Award for gyms has revealed how New Zealanders are focused on their “whole wellbeing,” rather than just calorie counting. The shift reflects a global trend toward …
Posted by August 4th 2020
We all know how important small businesses are to the New Zealand economy. They employ nearly a third of our workforce and contribute to more than a quarter of our GDP. But many small businesses say …
Posted by September 7th 2018
New Zealand has announced that it will ban single-use plastic bags over the next year in a move that looks set to put Australia to shame. “We’re phasing out single-use plastic bags so we can better …
Posted by November 12th 2019
You might think you can get phone coverage everywhere, but parts of New Zealand are still in the dark. Find out where the investment will be made.
Posted by September 7th 2018
Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) “unbundling” has been in the news of late – and, as rollout of the fibre network continues around New Zealand, consumers may be wondering what this will ultimately mean when it comes …
Posted by August 30th 2018
The number of New Zealand households with electricity smart meters has risen steadily over the past few years, paving the way for an evolving suite of retailer digital services and new types of tariffs, and …
Posted by September 13th 2018
Energy efficiency should, of course, be a priority for households seeking to drive down their electricity costs, and using energy efficient products, along with paying particular attention to patterns of usage, will assist in reducing …
Posted by November 12th 2018
Signing up for a fixed-term electricity contract might not be an option for renters, but there are a range of choices available that provide for flexibility.