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Have you ever found yourself standing in a supermarket aisle wondering which size packet offers the better deal? Throw in some products on special, and it’s easy to feel baffled.
Once you know about unit prices though, you won’t need to do any tricky supermarket maths ever again. And it’s … View moreHave you ever found yourself standing in a supermarket aisle wondering which size packet offers the better deal? Throw in some products on special, and it’s easy to feel baffled.
Once you know about unit prices though, you won’t need to do any tricky supermarket maths ever again. And it’s easy to learn how to use unit pricing.
The unit price is the smaller money amount that usually sits at the bottom of the price tag. It shows you how much the product costs per unit of measure. The measure could be per kilogram or litre or per item for example. When you use the unit price, you can see how much you’re paying per egg, per nappy or per 100 sheets of toilet paper.
Here's what the unit price looks like:
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Supermarkets that have a floor space of more than 1,000m2 have had to display unit prices on the shelves since August 2024. From 31 August 2025, they will also have to display unit prices online.
But supermarkets aren’t the only ones that have to show unit prices. Unit pricing has to be shown at any store over 1,000m2 that sells food from the following 10 categories.
Bread
Dairy products
Eggs or egg products
Fruit
Vegetables
Meat
Fish
Rice
Sugar
Manufacturer-packaged food.
There’s a list of units of measure that the stores must use depending on the type of product. For example, meat must be priced per kilogram and drinks per litre.
Some products don’t have to display unit pricing. These include alcohol, tobacco and flowers.
How unit pricing is helping shoppers save
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Once you learn about unit pricing, it can be really useful when you do your grocery shopping. It can help you work out which products offer the best value. From a survey we conducted on unit pricing, 64% of respondents said unit pricing helped them save money. Nearly half said they feel more confident doing their shopping because of unit pricing.
Here’s a snapshot of how people said unit pricing is helping them:
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Unit pricing survey
Here’s what some survey respondents said about using unit pricing.
“I always use the unit price. Products on special are not necessarily the best value.”
“I use the unit price, for example, on tinned tomatoes, as the product is pretty much the same from one brand to another.”
The unit price dictates what I buy as I’m on a very strict budget.”
How to use unit pricing and save money
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We asked our survey respondents when they found unit pricing most helpful. Here are some of the most common scenarios people told us about.
1. When something is on special
Supermarkets have so many specials because they know it makes us more likely to add the ‘special’ item to our trolleys. Unit pricing helps you look past the promotion and find the real bargain.
2. When a product comes in different sizes
Imagine you’re trying to work out which pack of toilet paper to buy – the decision might be between a 4-pack, a 6-pack or an 8-pack. Unit pricing lets you see how much you’ll pay per 100 sheets. Of course, you might still want to take ply into account, but it’s easier to see which product gives you more bang for your buck.
3. When the packaging has changed
Shrinkflation is the word used to describe when a company downsizes its product without bringing the price down. It’s easy to keep going for the same product you’ve always bought without noticing there’s a difference in how much is inside the packaging. This is where unit pricing can help. By keeping an eye on unit pricing, we can see how the price of our favourites compares with the price of similar products.
4. When there are too many options
The supermarket can be a confusing place – think of the cheese section for example. There are blocks, slices and bags of grated cheese from various brands. Unit pricing cuts through the confusion to show you the most budget-friendly options.
5. When buying in bulk
When you’re buying in bulk, you might think it will be cheaper to get the biggest package size available. But this isn’t always the case – and a lot of people told us they discovered this when they started looking at unit prices. Bulk-buy bins, where you bag your own ingredients, can also sometimes be more expensive than buying a packet from the shelf.
Here are some other ways you could use unit pricing to help you save money.
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6. Comparing products within the supermarket
Unit pricing isn’t just for comparing the products you see in front of you on the shelf. Instead of buying a fresh vegetable, you could see how much you’d pay for the same amount frozen. Or instead of buying fresh fruit for baking, you could see if it’s cheaper buying fruit in a can.
7. Comparing the same product at different supermarkets
Unit pricing is also a good tool for comparing products between supermarkets because they don’t always stock the same size of a product. If you check out the unit prices on different supermarkets’ websites, you might decide it’s worth shopping around.
Extra tips for using unit pricing
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New World, Pak’nSave and Woolworths’ websites let you sort products by unit price. This makes it easy to choose the product with the best value.
You may get tripped up both instore and online when the measure used for the same product is different. For example, the unit price for dishwasher tablets is sometimes displayed as ‘per tablet’ or ‘per 100 tablets’.
Supermarkets are actually following the unit pricing rules here. Some products have a cut-off point of 40 items – if the packet contains more than 40 of an item, it should display the unit price per 100 rather than per actual item.
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Crown Law has confirmed. The legal advice was given between May and July this year in relation to the second phase of the Covid inquiry. The four former ministers have cooperated with the inquiry, but declined to appear at public hearings.
The reimbursement rules: It is usual process for the … View moreCrown Law has confirmed. The legal advice was given between May and July this year in relation to the second phase of the Covid inquiry. The four former ministers have cooperated with the inquiry, but declined to appear at public hearings.
The reimbursement rules: It is usual process for the Crown to pay the legal costs of ministers or former ministers in proceedings or inquiries that spin out of their current or previous duties. A spokesman for Ardern told the Herald that the budget, costs and terms of reference of the second phase of the inquiry were set by Cabinet and were a matter for the Government. "Dame Jacinda is using shared legal representation to lower any legal costs, and continues to work with the commission to achieve its terms of reference."
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🌏✨ SAKHI Whau Ethnic Family Market Day – You're Invited! ✨🌏
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Come celebrate culture, community, and connection at our Ethnic Family Market Day! 🎉
🗓 Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 … View more🌏✨ SAKHI Whau Ethnic Family Market Day – You're Invited! ✨🌏
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Come celebrate culture, community, and connection at our Ethnic Family Market Day! 🎉
🗓 Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Venue: New Lynn Community Centre, 45 Totara Avenue
Enjoy a vibrant day filled with:
🍛 Delicious food stalls
🛍 Unique ethnic market stalls
🎨 Beautiful henna art
🎈 Fun kids’ activities
👗 A dazzling fashion show
Proudly supported by Whau Ethnic Collective, New Lynn Community Hub and Whau Local Board. Let’s make this a day to remember! 💃🏽🕺🏽
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MetService forecaster Michael Pauley told the Herald a region of unstable air would move on to New Zealand today.
“There are quite a few thunderstorm risks around, with some hail where some of them could be squally,” he said. “We’re expecting some strong wind gusts.”
Pauley said the … View moreMetService forecaster Michael Pauley told the Herald a region of unstable air would move on to New Zealand today.
“There are quite a few thunderstorm risks around, with some hail where some of them could be squally,” he said. “We’re expecting some strong wind gusts.”
Pauley said the unsettled weather would affect the western regions of New Zealand.
“Northland, Auckland, Coromandel, down through Waitomo, Waikato, Whanganui and the Tararua District,” he said.
MetService issued a strong wind watch for the Hawke’s Bay south of Napier, the Tararua District, and Wairarapa north of Martinborough from 6am until 8pm.
“We’re expecting heavy showers and also snow to lower on some of the South Island mountain roads.”
MetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Crown Range Rd and Milford Rd from early today until this afternoon.
Pauley said the strong westerly winds and possible thunderstorms in the North Island were forecast to ease by evening.
However, the winds and rain are forecast to return during the last weekend of winter.
Pauley said New Zealand tended to get stuck in spring’s westerly flow.
“We are expecting those showers to continue during the weekend. Because it is unstable, there is a risk it will be heavy,” he said.
“The way that the winds are blowing means the southerly flow will continue into the weekend. Western regions can continue to get a bit wet throughout Saturday and Sunday.”
MetService has also forecast heavy southwest swells, with heights between 5 and 6.5m to develop for the western coastlines of the country throughout Sunday.
Pauley said North Island temperatures would reach mid to high teens then fall to the low teens.
Auckland is forecast to hit a high of 17C and fall to a low of 11C, while Hamilton will be chillier with a high of 15C and a low of 7C.
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Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.
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The beauty of this delicious pasta recipe is its simplicity, says Ryman Village Chef Bojan Sabo.
With accessible ingredients, straightforward preparation and super quick cooking time, it’s been a favourite of Bojan’s since his previous role as a chef in an Italian restaurant.
It was even … View moreThe beauty of this delicious pasta recipe is its simplicity, says Ryman Village Chef Bojan Sabo.
With accessible ingredients, straightforward preparation and super quick cooking time, it’s been a favourite of Bojan’s since his previous role as a chef in an Italian restaurant.
It was even selected as a standout dish in the 2022 Iconic Auckland Eats.
Click read more for the recipe.
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Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved… View moreGet $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.
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Hi all, I am relocating my business and can no longer look after Sylvia who frequents my premise. Recently checked for a microchip but isn’t chipped.She is a mature girl, probably 7+ years old, still playful and enjoys cuddles. She might be suitable as an only cat. She has quite an appetite and … View moreHi all, I am relocating my business and can no longer look after Sylvia who frequents my premise. Recently checked for a microchip but isn’t chipped.She is a mature girl, probably 7+ years old, still playful and enjoys cuddles. She might be suitable as an only cat. She has quite an appetite and eats a fair bit. Would like to find her a stable and loving home. Am moving from Te Atatu this weekend. I have some photos to send through if you are interested. Thank you- Mark, 027 353 2674.
A joint report from the Retirement Commission and accounting firm Hnry called Improving the retirement savings of the self-employed, found self-employed workers contribute to KiwiSaver at less than half the rate of employees, with many missing out on Government contributions.
Only 44% of … View moreA joint report from the Retirement Commission and accounting firm Hnry called Improving the retirement savings of the self-employed, found self-employed workers contribute to KiwiSaver at less than half the rate of employees, with many missing out on Government contributions.
Only 44% of self-employed Kiwis actively contribute to KiwiSaver, compared to 78% of employees between April 2024 and March 2025, according to the report.
Meanwhile, 41% of self-employed KiwiSaver members receive no government contribution, often due to irregular income or low earnings.
“Self-employed New Zealanders make up a growing share of our workforce, yet they are being left behind when it comes to retirement savings,” Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson said.
“Without meaningful reform, we risk seeing hundreds of thousands of people reach retirement without sufficient financial security.”
This could leave more retirees relying heavily on Government transfers – such as NZ Super and other benefits – as well as other public support, Wrightson said.
“Today’s inaction could become tomorrow’s fiscal burden.”
According to the 2023 Census, New Zealand has more than 420,000 self-employed individuals.
However, recent changes to KiwiSaver announced in this year’s Budget could further diminish retirement savings for self-employed.
From July 1, the Government’s contribution was reduced from 50c for every $1 to 25 cents for every $1 contributed up to $260.72.
The report said the policy change will reduce the retirement savings of self-employed KiwiSaver members, as they face the reduction in the Government contribution with no increase in employer contributions to offset this.
Hnry’s Sole Trader Pulse survey, commissioned two weeks after the Budget, found 24% of sole traders said they would reduce their KiwiSaver contributions because of Budget 2025 policy changes.
A further 6% said they would stop contributing to KiwiSaver altogether.
James Fuller, Hnry chief executive, said retirement savings must work for all New Zealanders, regardless of how they earn their income.
“Right now, we have a two-tier system that favours employees.
“Sole traders face a very real risk of poverty in retirement unless there is a cross-party consensus and policies that help them save more.
“We hope these findings finally lead the Government and Parliament to take this issue seriously.”
The report outlined policy options to improve outcomes for the self-employed based on initiatives already in place in other OECD nations, including:
Flexible percentage-of-income contributions;
Enhanced incentives for low-income contributors;
Innovative savings products such as linked emergency and retirement accounts.
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We’ve hit a tipping point, where choosing clean energy is the smart choice, and not just because we want to reduce our carbon emissions 🌍⚡💸
Thanks to major tech improvements and mass production over the past decade, the cost of wind, solar, and other renewables has dropped fast. As a … View moreWe’ve hit a tipping point, where choosing clean energy is the smart choice, and not just because we want to reduce our carbon emissions 🌍⚡💸
Thanks to major tech improvements and mass production over the past decade, the cost of wind, solar, and other renewables has dropped fast. As a result, most new power capacity built around the world came from renewables, and every continent added more clean energy than fossil fuels.
Money — the ultimate decision-maker in politics and business — is finally lining up with climate action. A big win for the planet (and maybe our wallets?)
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