Sazzle

can anyone give me comparisons of prices of non-computer technology prices in NZ compared with the UK.

I have some evidence from the internet, but I prefer dealing with humanity

jandjuk

almost all of it would be pretty comparable to a UK price at best, but usually more expensive.

For any imported electronics from asia or the usa, you can pretty much do a straight conversion from the UK price to find out what it will cost in NZ $$$. But of course, you earn less in NZ, so the item is more expensive when it comes to your earning power.

no major electronic products would be made in NZ, (or even Aus perhaps?) so all have to be imported.

definitely cheaper to buy things in singapore or the usa - as you instantly minus shipping and gst, as well as any profits the NZ retailers take off the top.

Don

Behind the times, Jon! The superstrong NZD and high degree of competition means that you can pick up electrical items at very keen prices at present. Most retailers are passing on the currency advantage to customers.

chris@insurance

There has been such a sharp rise in the NZ dollar in the last year that, although I agree with a previous comment that prices are becoming more attractive in NZ, better deals are available outside of NZ at the moment.....assuming shipping costs aren't too dear and compatability isn't a problem.