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Does the Minister think that when a price is advertised as something and then you go to pay and it's something else, it isn't fair to the ordinary person in a shop?

Answered Question 13062 (2026)
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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does the Minister think that when a price is advertised as something and then you go to pay and it's something else, it isn't fair to the ordinary person in a shop?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

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It is important that consumers are treated fairly and are not surprised at the point of payment. Any price differences should be disclosed upfront in a way people can easily understand.