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Oil Changers – Still NZ’s Best Car Service

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 …




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Top Heat Pumps in New Zealand: What to Consider

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 …



Kiwis’ Favourite Ice Cream Brand Revealed

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 …


Canstar Blue Celebrates its 10-Year Anniversary

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 …



How to Save More Money With Your AA Fuel Card

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 …


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, …





New Zealand plastic bag ban shows up the Aussies

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 …



Fibre rollout: What is Ultra-Fast Broadband Unbundling?

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 …


Smart Meters Guide: How you can benefit

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 …


Peak Electricity Demand Explained

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 …


Electricity Plans For Renters

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.