13 Jun 2023

Consumer news: Insurance costs, cheap and cheerful power providers

From Nine To Noon, 11:30 am on 13 June 2023

As the cost of living continues to put the squeeze on many households, we look at new research from Consumer NZ which suggests insurance is becoming a casualty.

Many people are choosing to cancel or not renew their house or contents insurance - but are there ways to bring down the cost of your premiums and still have the cover you need?

Consumer has also looked into the power providers leading the pack when it comes to happy customers, and the top tips to make your money go further when you're travelling.

Gemma Rasmussen, head of campaigns and communications for Consumer joins Kathryn.

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