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Target
Tue-16-Feb 19:30

3's award winning show Target returns for its 12th season with more consumer information and its trademark hidden camera item, exposing good and bad work practices. Presented by Jeanette Thomas and Brooke Howard-Smith, Target provides useful consumer information in an entertaining and educational style. Returning are all the show's favourite segments which will keep viewers informed with the dodgy practices and products around the country.

EPISODE LIST:
09-Feb-2010 19:30 Tue
16-Feb-2010 19:30 Tue
20-Feb-2010 16:30 Sat
23-Feb-2010 19:30 Tue

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Target 1040
Target 1040
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We put fireworks retailers to the test. 'Shame On You' answers the question of why coke cans marked 'not for individual sale' are sold individually in dairies. And we put four brands of roasting chickens to the test in our 'Product Check'. Final.

Target 1039
Target 1039
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We get the hidden camera car cleaned in Hamilton. In 'Shame On You' Brooke looks at what the government and music companies are doing to combat piracy. Bikinis are put to the test in our 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' we find out how you can complain and be listened to
Target 1038
Target 1038
We send underage actors into the TAB in this week's hidden camera trial. In 'Shame On You' we investigate the potential risks of cell phone towers. And we find out which brand of fresh pasta is right for your family in our 'Product Check'

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Target 1037
Target 1037
Dry cleaners are put to the test in this week's hidden camera trial. 'Shame On You' looks at RIENZ's plans to build a new taller office block. Hands-free phones are put to the test in our 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette finds out how to complain efficiently.

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Target 1036
Target 1036
In a hidden camera trial we take the Target car to various garages to get the brakes checked. 'Shame On You' takes a look at the increasing problem of ticket scalpers. We take a closer look at hair dryers in this week's 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette finds out which is the right type of mortgage for you.

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Target 1035
Target 1035
We get new tiles put on the walls around the kitchen bench. We investigate the proposed extension of the time parking meters operate in Auckland City. And we put four brands of tea to the test in this week's 'Product Check'.

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Target 1034
Target 1034
In a hidden camera trial of house computer repairers we set up a problem on the Target home computer. 'Shame on You' looks at dog owners who let their dogs off the leash allowing them to kill kiwis. And Brooke puts hokey pokey ice cream to the test in our 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette looks at how you can lower your petrol bill by following a few simple steps

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Target 1033
Target 1033
We get new wooden flooring put into the hidden camera house. In 'Shame On You' Brooke looks at the issues caused by smokers who flick their cigarette butts. Canned cat food is put to the test in our 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette looks at how you can lower your bills when running your vehicle by doing your own basic car maintenance.

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Target 1032
Target 1032
In a hidden camera trial of Lotto outlets we put the R18 law to the test. Brooke finds out which Pizza delivery company comes out on top in this week's 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette looks at basic car maintenance and gives you tips that could save you big bucks when it comes to the running cost of your vehicle.

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Target 1031
Target 1031
In 'Target Investigates' Brooke looks at domestic air travel and puts three major carriers to the test. We examine pop corn in our 'Product Check' and in 'Do It Right' Jeanette looks at nutrition during pregnancy

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Target 1030
Target 1030
We get three handymen into the hidden camera house. Brooke looks at the evolution of the chef's knife and puts four brands to the test in this week's 'Product Check'. In 'Shame On You' Brooke looks at the access difficulties faced by disabled people using public transport. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette looks at how you can tell if your child suffers from dyslexia.

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Target 1029
Target 1029
In a hidden camera trial of carpet layers we get bad results when one tradesman burns our new vinyl flooring while installing new carpet. Target investigates just how easy it is to buy air rifles when you are under the legal age to do so. Instant pancake mix is put to the test in our 'Product Check' and in 'Do It Right' we look at the startling statistic that one in 10 New Zealanders suffer from Dyslexia and that currently there are around 70,000 children in our schools that have this condition.

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Target 1028
Target 1028
We get new wallpaper put up in the hidden camera house. Next in 'Shame On You' we take a closer look at clothing sizes and find out that they are not controlled in New Zealand. We cling film to the test in this week's 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' we reveal the correct way to write a resume.

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Target 1027
Target 1027
In a Hidden Camera trial of retailers we test if they take their obligations seriously when it comes to monitoring the sale of restricted video games. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette looks at how you can get the most out of your computer in the home.

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Target 1026
Target 1026
We get new paving laid in the hidden camera house. Selling spray cans to people under 18 years old is now illegal - but are shops following the law? We take a closer look at hair straightness in our 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette finds out the right way to gear up for snowboarding and how to stay safe on the mountain.

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Target 1025
Target 1025
The hidden camera house is looking filthy so we get the cleaners in. In 'Shame On You' Brooke meets a birthday girl that didn't have the party she planned after the bar owner changed the venue on her just six hours before the party was meant to start. We take a closer look at electric blankets in this week's 'Product Check'. And in 'Do It Right' Jeanette finds out the right way to install a car baby seat.

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Target 1024
Target 1024
Our hidden camera trial takes a closer look at vinyl floor layers. Next in 'Shame On You' we look at who the new extra strength breed of energy drinks are marketed to. Column oil filled heaters are put to the test in this week's 'Product Check' and in 'Seconds Anyone?', every little girl dreams of owning a horse so Jeanette finds out if a pre-loved one is worth the investment.

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Target 1023
Target 1023
Will any shop keepers be willing to break the law and sell restricted R18 pornographic publications to a 12-year-old boy? In 'Shame On You', Brooke meets a woman that joined a gym, but when she didn't get her program for two weeks and when she cancelled her membership they kept a joining fee, a joining fee she says she's never paid. Toasted sandwich machines are put to the test in this week's 'Product Check'.

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Target 1022
Target 1022
Our hidden cameras hit the road travelling to the Waikato. We'll be checking into motels to check on their customer service, local knowledge and of course to see the state of the rooms. Next in 'Shame on You', your wedding day is meant to be the biggest day of your life but what happens when the photographer doesn't deliver the photos? Deodorants are put to the test in our 'Product Check', and in 'Seconds Anyone?' we find out all you need to know about buying a secondhand optimus class boat

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Target 1021
Target 1021
In out hidden camera trial we get tiles put into the toilet and entrance way. Next in 'Shame On You' Brooke meets a couple that bought items from a retail outlet... This week's 'Product Check' looks at porridge. Finally in 'Seconds Anyone?' we look at buying secondhand musical instruments

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Target 1020
Target 1020
In our hidden camera trial we take a closer look at glaziers. In 'Shame on You', times are tough in a recession but some pet owners are going too far, abandoning their animals and leaving them for dead. Family bars of soap are put to the test in this week's 'Product Check'. And in 'Seconds Anyone?' we find out all you need to know about buying secondhand mag wheels.

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Target 1018
Target 1018
In a hidden camera trial of carpet cleaners one company finds our cameras but continues to do a poor job. Next in 'Shame on You' Brooke looks at the sometimes murky world of traffic merging and asks who's to blame when there's an accident?

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Target 1017
Target 1017
In a hidden camera trial of bakeries we observe some pretty unhygienic food handling practices.

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Target 1016
Target 1016
In a hidden camera trial on honesty we set up a stall selling feijoas and grapes. One person takes the entire honesty box contents and several take food without paying. Next in 'Shame On You' Brooke meets a skateboarder that had the book thrown at him

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Target 1015
Target 1015
In our hidden camera trial of cleaners we get very poor service from two companies who are very under equipped. One doesn't even have a mop! Their hygiene practices also leave a lot to be desired with the same cloth being used to clean the toilet and then the kitchen.

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Target 1014
Target 1014
Our hidden camera trial exposes Auckland Taxi drivers.

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Target 1013
Target 1013
In a hidden camera trial of house painters we get more than we bargain for on our audio tape from one company. Next in 'Shame On You' we meet a Wellington builder who is refusing to pay a roofing contractor not only because the job they did was rough but also because he didn't get what he paid for.

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Overview


We Want You!
Are you a victim of bad service? Been given the run-around? Or do you have a question for Target? We want your stories - the good, the bad and the ugly - for Target 2010.
Contact the Target team directly via email: target@clear.net.nz

Target - Tuesdays, 7.30pm
 
Presented by Jeanette Thomas and Brooke Howard-Smith, Target provides useful consumer information in an entertaining and educational style. 
 
Target - Tuesdays, 7.30pm
 

 

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