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EXCLUSIVE: The right to repair & why NZ must rethink the e-waste problem
Unified Communications

EXCLUSIVE: The right to repair & why NZ must rethink the e-waste problem

What if there was a way to extend the lifespan of products before they end up in landfill? Device repairability seems like a logical step.

By Sara Barker • 7 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
'They don't make things like they used to' - why devices aren't built to last
Tablets

'They don't make things like they used to' - why devices aren't built to last

Apple accused of encouraging obsolescence, says UNSW industrial design expert. Manufacturers should do more to make products last longer.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020
Why 'Right to Repair' legislation could be a new lease on life for broken devices
Apple

Why 'Right to Repair' legislation could be a new lease on life for broken devices

New California legislation could give consumers the right to repair their electronic devices, challenging manufacturers' control over repairs.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd Mar 2019

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Productivity Commission seeking feedback on Right to Repair report
Productivity

Productivity Commission seeking feedback on Right to Repair report

The report explores ways in which governments and manufacturers could improve their products and repair processes for independent repairers and consumers.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2021