Trade Me stories
Trade Me, New Zealand's top auction site, offers plenty of bargains. Discover tips on how to snag the best deals, from poor images to off-hour auction endings.
Traditional gifts like trampolines and bikes top Trade Me searches as Kiwis return to basics this Christmas, reflecting a tough year.
David Bain topped Google's 2009 most-searched New Zealanders, narrowly beating boxer David Tua, reflecting the nation's diverse online interests.
Trade Me competitor SellMeFree.co.nz closed due to user apathy and the challenge of attracting both buyers and sellers.
Trade Me alerts users to a new scam targeting recent bidders with fraudulent fixed price offers. Urges caution and outlines safety tips.
