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Best and worst cheap clothes dryers
It’s possible to get a great dryer for under $1,000. There are two we recommend.
Baby & child
Washing machine safety regulations tightened to avoid child deaths
Washing machine safety regulations are changing to improve child safety.
Building & renovation
It’s the perfect time to get your home ready for winter
Find out if you’re eligible for an insulation or heat pump grant with Warmer Kiwi Homes to get your house sorted in time for winter.
Garden & outdoor
6 tips to keep your spa pool safe from Legionella bacteria
Learn how to keep your spa pool or hot tub safe from dangerous Legionella bacteria.
3 air purifiers to avoid
If you have allergies or suffer from asthma, then an air purifier might help alleviate some of the symptoms.
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Home energy
Powershop customers question higher bill estimates after new app launch
Some Powershop customers say electricity bill estimates shown in the retailer’s new app are significantly higher than they are used to.
Household essentials
The 3 places in your home that Legionella bacteria may be lurking
Discover where Legionella bacteria can lurk in your home, the symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease, and how to reduce your risk.
Kitchen
How long will food last in the fridge once it is opened?
Find out how long cheese, hummus, yoghurt and leftovers last in the fridge once they are open – and the difference between best-before and use-by dates.
Laundry & cleaning
Best and worst cheap clothes dryers
It’s possible to get a great dryer for under $1,000. There are two we recommend.
Vacuums & floorcare
Is the Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai robot vacuum cleaner worth buying?
Find out if Dyson’s first robot vacuum cleaner sold in New Zealand is any good.
