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2010

June [2.3MB PDF]

In this issue...

Check the cost, be the boss
Measuring up in Australia
New look MCA website
Powerswitch
Bean scammed?
Consumer law reform
New vehicles for MAPSS officers.

2009

March [908KB PDF]

In this issue...

Raising awareness of Scams
Tips for avoiding scams
Consumers can claim more at the Disputes tribunal
Fine for false alternative medicine
International connections to improve product safetyVladimir pumped at new fuel role
International quantity mark for pre-packaged goods

November/December [1208KB PDF]

In this issue...

Keep your car, by knowing your rights
Full credit to those who attended financial summit
TXTB4YBUY
Finalist in Plain English awards
Consumer Survey results
What creditors can't put in their contracts
Policy and legislation updates
Returning Christmas turkeys

2008

December [1394KB PDF]

In this issue...

Welcome to the new Minister of Consumer Affairs
When is a toy too NoisyChristmas gift buying guideGift ideas for Children
MAPSS Trainees become MAPSS Officers
Fishing out unusual complaints at Consumer Affairs
Money problems?
Consumers to get money back from GE Finance

July [1938KB PDF]

In this issue...

Powerswitch
Don't toy with Safety
Kids' nightwear
A first with MAPSS
Otara Consumer Clinic
Ozzie Neighbours give consumer talks this side of the Tasman
Netbasics
It's good to CIN

March [1130KB PDF]

In this issue...

Fraud Awareness Week
Overview of MED's Graduate Programme
New Faces at MCA
Telecommunication Dispute Resolution
Keeping tabs on Rental car merchants
Premier Advice during a Premier Day - the day of the Raukura
A bit hairy for a close shave

2007

November [904KB PDF]

In this issue...

Formaldehyde in clothing - what you need to know
Working out the Truecost of a car
Face(book)ing up to the on-line risks
Teach your kids to become ACE consumers
Top travelling tips
US-Chine Product Safety Summit
Consumers urged to live smarter

July [211KB PDF]

In this issue...

How to save money on your Power Bills
Ministry worker wins Development Award
Past and Present newsletter
Hot water bottles come under scrutiny
Txt b4 u buy
Scamwatch - Advance Fee Fraud
Consumer Representative network meetings
Water efficiency labelling
MAPSS staff provide training in Cambodia and Laos

March [546KB PDF]

In this issue...

Who's new at the Ministry
Meeting of minds at Consumer Representatives get-together
The illegal downloader - costing us all
Buy Kiwi Made
Getting a refund overseas isn't always a shoe-in
Sun, celebration and some consumer advice
New adjudicators appointed to Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal
Two dollar soft toy ends up costing retailer
Maori Women's Welfare league receives training from the Ministry

2006

November [505KB PDF]

In this issue...

Putting a fact to the name - the Consumer Affairs Contact Centre
OECD releases report on cross-border fraud
Happy Birthday to us
Fair Trading Act 1986 - 20th Anniversary
30 Years of the Metric System
Award from the Governor-General
Admission to the Bar
Getting in the Festive Spirit
New Guide to Aid Policy Analysts
Who's new at the Ministry
Reorganisation at the Ministry of Economic Development

July [324KB PDF]

In this issue...

It's a SIN not to have one
Global Crackdown on Scammers
Ministry Advisor Receives Award in Queen's Birthday HonoursSafety with LPG Cabinet Heaters
Consumer Representatives Meeting
Maori Women's Welfare League
On the Road with MAPSS
Getting the Right Advice On-Line

March [696KB PDF]

In this issue...

The power to switch to a better price for electricity
Flaming Good Deals - New proposals for gas supply contracts
Is biodiesel the new black?
Too good to be true - Protecting yourself against scams
U2 Scalped - The ticket scalping debate- Changes to our change - New coins
Government invests in review of financial services
The day of the Raukura
Great expectations survey - Consumers feeling positive about traders
Great balls of fire - Unsafe flaming gel recalled

2005

November [862KB PDF]

In this issue...

Improving energy safety in New Zealand
Consumer representatives for government agencies
Fresh Fruit on a crisp sunny Sunday morning
The most dangerous play room in New Zealand
The historic dangers of Glitter bangles!
Measuring up across the Pacific
New product safety standards approved

July [593KB PDF]

In this issue...

It’s about working together: Maori Women’s Welfare League 2005
New 1m3 measure
Yacht measure: an unusual job for MAPSS
Hot tips for staying safe with LPG
MED electronic newsletter
CCCFA campaign
PowerSwitch public awareness campaign
OECD Workshop on Consumer Dispute Resolution and Redress in the Global Marketplace