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Have Your Say on foam-filled furniture
12 September 2018
Tell us what you think and help reduce the risk of harm from fire caused by foam-filled furniture. -
Motor vehicle information enhancements
31 August 2018
New information resources from Consumer Protection to help consumers make better decisions when buying a car.
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Consumer law survey – we want your feedback
28 August 2018
MBIE is reviewing consumer law reforms. Take this survey to provide your feedback. -
Scam alert - Farmers gift card scam
13 July 2018
We have been notified of a scam, being sent by email, to compete for a $250 Farmers Gift Card. -
Consumer Credit Law Review – have your say
2 July 2018
MBIE is seeking public feedback on a review of New Zealand’s consumer credit regulation. -
Trading Standards launch their new website
13 June 2018
Trading Standards’ new website is now live -
Scam alert – Stay safe from cryptocurrency scams
7 May 2018
Scammers are finding new ways to take advantage of growing public interest in the sale and exchange of cryptocurrency, eg bitcoin. -
Access blocked for older browsers from 27 May
26 April 2018
Our hosting provider is changing a configuration to ensure that our websites, and the data hosted on them stay secure. -
Have you been scammed?
23 April 2018
Did you pay money using Western Union between January 1, 2004 and January 19, 2017? -
RealMe scam alert
8 March 2018
People have been targeted by a phishing email stating that the user has a private message and they need to access their RealMe account. -
Button batteries - safer products and packaging ahead
16 February 2018
In February 2018, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister launched a Product Safety Policy Statement designed to get button battery manufacturers and retailers -
Beware of financial loss in love
13 February 2018
MBIE’s Consumer Protection is advising those looking for love online to be watchful for scams, both on dating apps and online.