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Shopping loyalty cards

27 Jan 2010 | CHOICE found that most loyalty programs offer such poor rewards you generally save less than a dollar per $100 spent.  More >>

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Christmas gift guide 2011

16 Nov 2011 | From digital cameras to kitchen gadgets, our gift ideas cater to all budgets. More >>

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Best online shopping sites

10 Nov 2009 | We save you time and effort by bringing you a list of the best online sites for books and CDS, clothes, electronics, as well as as cosmetics and fragrances. More >>

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Your shopping rights

29 Oct 2007 | How to deal confidently with retailers, know when you're entitled to a refund, write a letter of complaint or seek redress through a fair trading authority. More >>

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Weddings - at what price?

10 Dec 2009 | This year Australian couples are expected to spend an estimated $3.7 billion on their big day - but can you be sure you're paying what you should? More >>

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Lessons from the Clive Peeters collapse

28 May 2010 | Consumer Action Law Centre warns customers against buying goods from Clive Peeters unless they take them away on the day. More >>

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Letters that get results

10 May 2005 | Sometimes you may have to write a letter outlining your concerns before the organisation takes you seriously. More >>

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Refunds and your rights

19 Feb 2007 | In this report we explain your rights to a refund for products or services, how warranties affect the situation, and where to go for help if a retailer isn't cooperating. More >>

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Know your rights

12 Jan 2010 | What can you do when you know you’re getting a raw deal, but don't know what to do about it? Read on.  More >>

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Direct factory outlets guide

18 Oct 2007 | Forget your local Westfield: there’s a new breed of shopping centre appearing around the country. More >>

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Consumer sharing

30 Dec 2011 | Consumer sharing is growing in popularity to meet today’s buyer demands. It’s energy efficient, environmentally friendly and cost effective, and it’s now easier than ever. More >>

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Australian Consumer Law

23 Dec 2011 | The newly introduced Australian Consumer Law gives consumers better protection when purchasing than ever before.  More >>

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Christmas gifts for the traveller

16 Dec 2011 | We pick fun and handy products that will make great Christmas presents for anyone who loves to travel. More >>

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Gift card traps

12 Dec 2011 | Short expiry dates and restrictive terms and conditions are just some of the traps to watch out for. More >>

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In the dark on interest-free deals

20 Dec 2011 | CHOICE looked at some interest-free payment offers available with six major retailers, and sent a shadow shopper to the stores.  More >>

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Unwanted Christmas gifts

21 Dec 2011 | Our survey finds, a whopping 21% of items purchased as Christmas presents fall short on performance. More >>

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Work-from-home scams

29 Nov 2011 | Work-from-home offers can be tempting, but they can make you vulnerable to identity theft. We reveal the top five scams, and explain how to protect yourself from them.  More >>

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Interest-free shopping offers

20 Dec 2011 | Long-term payment deals can cost you hundreds of dollars in fees alone, even if you pay everything off within the interest-free period.  More >>

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Excess package

24 Nov 2011 | The amount of packaging material in the postal system is piling up as more and more people do their shopping online. More >>

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Christmas gifts for the keen cook

29 Nov 2011 | CHOICE picks the kitchen gadgets that will make great Christmas presents for anyone who loves to cook. More >>

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