Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from New Zealand, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Shopping
New Zealand’s shopping is becoming increasingly globalised – you’ll find all the world-famous brands at internationally comparable prices, including motor vehicles, clothing, electrical... read more
Clothing Sizes
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Online Shopping
The big name in online shopping in New Zealand is the auction site TradeMe, the local answer to eBay. TradeMe was set up by a canny young entrepreneur with funding by far-sighted... read more
Refunds & Exchanges
Legally, traders must give you a refund if goods or services are faulty or otherwise fail to comply with the Consumer Guarantees Act stipulations (see Consumer Rights below). It’s wise to... read more
Consumer Rights
Consumers are protected by the Consumer Guarantees Act and the Fair Trading Act.
The Consumer Guarantees Act covers goods and services bought for personal or household use, including... read more
How To Pay
New Zealand was an early adopter of electronic debit card payments, called Eftpos. Pretty much every shop in the country, including convenience stores (called 'dairies') and even some... read more
Bargaining
Bargaining is not common in New Zealand, except at some markets, but feel free to ask a trader for a discount, especially on a large purchase, a multiple purchase or a cash purchase.... read more
