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    How to complain

    Learn how to make a complaint about a product or service in New Zealand. Understand your rights and follow clear steps to resolve issues effectively.

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    • Know your rights to a refund, replacement or repair

      Understand your rights to refunds, replacements and repairs under New Zealand consumer law. Learn what…
    • Contacting the business with a complaint

      Learn how to contact a business about a complaint in New Zealand. Get practical tips…
    • Gather evidence to support your complaint

      Tips on collecting evidence to support your complaint and help strengthen your position for resolution.
    • Get a final decision on a complaint

      Learn how to escalate a complaint and get a final decision in New Zealand. Find…
    • Making a claim through the Disputes Tribunal

      Are you unable to reach agreement on a complaint with a business?

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