Nicole Barratt started her career in news journalism, working for one of New Zealand’s leading newspapers. Post her news stint, she freelanced for outlets including The Sunday Star Times and NZ Life & Leisure Magazine. More recently, she’s applied her research and writing skills to the world of finance for Canstar.
Posted by July 28th 2020
There are a few simple upgrades you might want to consider if you’re looking for a warmer, healthier home over winter. Some are more expensive than others, but your health will thank you for it …
Posted by July 24th 2020
When it’s dark and stormy outside, our washing lines go into seasonal retirement. But if you don’t have a dryer in your home, or are trying to save on your power bill, no problem! Here …
Posted by August 26th 2021
The world’s shopping landscape has changed in recent years. No longer do we need to visit a physical store to find what we want, with the click of a button and the magic of a …
Posted by July 9th 2020
Panasonic wins Canstar Blue’s award for Most Satisfied Customers | Televisions Every day television reaches 2.4 million Kiwis, and 95% of homes have a TV set. We certainly aren’t watching as many traditional free-to-air shows around …
Posted by July 2nd 2020
We may just throw in a load of washing when the basket is full enough, but have you ever wondered about how frequently to launder your dish towels, pillow covers, sheets or shower curtains? Canstar …
Posted by July 1st 2020
These days, a refrigerator is no longer just a refrigerator. It’s amazing what a fridge can do! Features don’t stop at built-in water and ice dispensers, auto defrosting and climate monitoring settings, there are models …
Posted by July 1st 2020
Laundry is one of those monotonous household tasks that we have to perform every day or so, and a decent washing machine can be the difference between time-saving and time-wasting. The vast majority of New Zealand …
Posted by June 30th 2020
With winter kicking in, there’s no doubt we’ll all be taking a trip to the pharmacy at some point this season. Be it for vitamin C, cough syrup or a stuffy nose remedy, pharmacies are …
Posted by June 25th 2020
A loose wire or broken electrical component can cause a catastrophe at any time, even when you’re not home. The best way to protect yourself and your property from electrical malfunctions is to take the …
Posted by June 23rd 2020
If you’re in bed and your fingers and toes are freezing, it can be difficult to relax into a deep slumber, or get up in the morning. Yes, it can be tempting to crank up …