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How long should everyday appliances last? Why NZ needs a minimum product lifespan law

Written by Win Thandar Zaw, PhD Candidate, Te Piringa-Faculty of Law, University of Waikato

When a product or appliance fails, how often have you asked yourself whether it’s even worth fixing? Chances are, even if the item is repairable, the cost and inconvenience mean buying a new replacement can make more sense.

The fact is, modern products often fail to meet expectations for longevity. A 2023 Consumer NZ surve...

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One street tree can boost Sydney house prices by $30,000 – or cost $70,000 if it’s too close: new study
Canva, The Conversation, CC BY-NCA single street tree can potentially increase an average Sydney house price by A$30,000, our…
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Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
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Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
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Welcome to NZ – now pay up: the risks and rewards of raising the foreign tourist tax
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A Guide for Business Owners: How to Protect Your Brand Image
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Grabox expands into food delivery with Grabox Kitchens
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Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

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Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

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Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

financial accountability to how they run cloud and AI, according to leading Australian systems integrator, Brennan. Based on customer insights...

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

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How long should everyday appliances last? Why NZ needs a minimum product lifespan law

Reduce Your Operating Costs with 5 Strategies

One street tree can boost Sydney house prices by $30,000 – or cost $70,000 if it’s too close: new study

AI can slowly shift an organisation’s core principles. How to spot ‘value drift’ early

Why Commonwealth Bank’s $1 billion suspected loan fraud should change how we bank and do business

New study finds 6 types of ‘discouraged’ workers in Australia – and why they stop job-hunting

Why India joining the US alliance on AI tech is an opportunity for Australia

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Welcome to NZ – now pay up: the risks and rewards of raising the foreign tourist tax

A Guide for Business Owners: How to Protect Your Brand Image

Grabox expands into food delivery with Grabox Kitchens

Why I Decided to Build a Better Way to Build Homes

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

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