consumer rights

Will Power Balance Bands Go The Way Of “Detox” Foot Pads? How Far Did That Go Anyway?

by podblack on November 16, 2010

Personally? I’m sick to death of hearing about Power Balance Bands and the popularity of these particular dodgy products — I’ve even ‘unfollowed’ people off Twitter until they’ve stopped railing against them. Yawn. Because, to my mind, once Choice Magazine has pointed out the obvious: This so-called exercise-assisting “hologram” is nothing more than a pricey [...]

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Little Kitten – Choice Shonky Awards For 2009

by podblack on November 24, 2009

You’ll be hearing more about these in the future! In the meantime, enjoy the video:

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NZ Dore Into Liquidation – Consumer Rights?

by podblack on April 16, 2009

If you’re not sure what Dore involves, the following links – Translucent Science On Dore and Podblack On Dore – should fill in some gaps. But first, here’s the news: Holford Watch: Dore New Zealand goes into liquidation Those who are owed money/services by Dore New Zealand should seek advice ASAP. More details on Brainduck’s and [...]

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Little Kitten – The Origami Scam

by podblack on September 10, 2008

Thanks to a great TV show that you can find on YouTube and on Foxtel — The Real Hustle!

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