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  Product reliability

  Built to last?

  Products that break too soon are a waste of time, money and resources. Find out how long appliances should last and when to repair, replace... or recycle.

Repairing or replacing appliances

• Do you need an extended warranty?

  Is extra protection worth it? Here are the questions to ask.
• What to do with a faulty product

  Our expert guide to your rights when something goes wrong.
• When to repair a product yourself

  Problem with a leaky fridge or a temperamental stick vac? Try these fixes before you shell out for repairs or a new appliance.
• Should you repair or replace your fridge?

  What you should do if your fridge is on the blink, and whether it makes sense to repair it. 
• Your right to repair

  When it comes to product repair, Australia lags behind the US and Europe. It's time we found a big-picture solution.
• Five signs it's time for a new fridge

  With bargains to be found in the Black Friday sales, is it time you bought a new fridge?

Recycling or disposing of products

• How to dispose of your mattress and pillow

  Find out how you can get rid of these bulky items and plump up your environmental credentials while you do it.
• What to recycle - and where

  We help you make sure your recycling waste actually gets to where it needs to be.
• How to recycle your old computer or phone

  Do yourself and the environment a favour by getting rid of your e-waste responsibly.
• Five surprising things you didn't know you could recycle

  Here's how to sustainably dispose of batteries, electronics and pesky pieces of polystyrene, plus other household items.

Making your products last longer

• Make your fridge last longer

  Treat your fridge right so it'll stay chill.
• How to clean and maintain your air purifier

  From cleaning and replacing the filters to checking the sensors, here are our best tips for maintaining your air purifier.
• Make your dishwasher last longer

  Give your dishwasher the love it deserves to ensure it goes the distance. Here are our expert tips.
• Why cleaning your appliance filters saves you money

  Dirty filters in appliances we use every day can reduce efficiency and cause damage, which all adds up to money down the drain.
• How to look after your coffee machine

  Follow our expert's seven steps to make sure your coffee machine is receiving the care it needs to last the distance. 

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Latest news

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