Caitlin Bingham

Natural Gas vs LPG: What Should You Get?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Aside from electricity powering Kiwi homes, gas can be a common source of power for many utilities. Whether it’s used for frying dinner on a stovetop, or heating the water for a well-earned bath after …


Glass vs Stainless Steel Kettle: Which is Best?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Glass kettles Glass kettles are made from tempered glass or borosilicate glass – both of which are heat-resistant materials that can handle high temperatures of up to 170°C. Most electric kettles will only usually boil at …



A Guide to Energy Efficient Heating in 2023

Posted by February 13th 2024

Energy efficiency means that an appliance runs without using as much power as another appliance, therefore saving on electricity. The benefits of an energy efficient appliance span from being more environmentally sustainable to being easier …


How to Activate a New SIM Card

Posted by February 13th 2024

There are plenty of reasons why you could need to activate a new SIM card. It could be coupled to a new phone on a plan; it could be a smaller SIM to fit into …


Apple iPhone 15 Revealed: Features, Prices and More

Posted by February 13th 2024

Apple has unveiled four new models: the standard iPhone, bigger iPhone 15 Plus, feature-packed iPhone 15 Pro, and ultra-luxe iPhone 15 Pro Max. New Zealand buyers can pre-order any of the new devices from 12:01am …


Fabric Softener vs Dryer Sheets

Posted by February 13th 2024

What does fabric softener do? Fabric softener is used to reduce static in your clothes which is caused by contact with other fabrics. Fabric softeners contain different lubricants that coat and ‘loosen’ the fabric fibres in …


Washing Machines With Agitators: Good or Bad?

Posted by February 13th 2024

What is a washing machine agitator? Generally speaking, an agitator is designed to minimise tangling and help distribute garments evenly throughout the washer. They’re typically built into the washer as a central post in the drum …


Can I use My Own Modem With a New Internet Plan?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Whether you’re looking to change providers or enter into a new internet plan, a lot of providers include modems when you first sign up for an internet plan. But, if you already have a working …


Z Energy Electricity: What does it offer?

Posted by February 13th 2024

Z Energy has been providing fuel to New Zealanders since 2011, and now owns and manages nearly 200 service stations across the motu. In 2018, Z became the majority owner of power company Flick, and in …