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For the past four years, we’ve surveyed consumers about the issues that matter to them. For the second year running, environmental issues top the list of consumer concerns.

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For the past four years, we’ve surveyed consumers about the issues that matter to them. For the second year running, environmental issues top the list of consumer concerns.

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Our latest magazine issue

Our February-March magazine is the "Products that last: your rights to repair" issue.

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Featuring:

  • Telco survey
  • Retailer satisfaction survey
  • Pesticide testing
  • Loyalty schemes
  • Televisions
  • Laptops
  • Airfryers
  • Plus more reports, product tests and all your favourite regular features.

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We keep an eye on products being recalled and keep a list of them so you know what to do if you're affected.

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Ads for prescription medicines downplay safety issues and pressure doctors to overprescribe medications. Our latest survey found the majority of Kiwis want the ads to go.

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We’re campaigning to end expiry dates on gift cards, prevent unwanted door-to-door salespeople, stop unfair contract terms and more. Learn more about these campaigns and get involved.

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