Resource Name: CHOICE ONLINE
1. How do I access this resource?
You can access this from an internet computer at any Lake Macquarie City Library. You can phone ahead to book a computer. Ask the library staff for password access.
2. Is it available from home?
No. This is only available at the Library.
3. Does it have much Australian content?
All the information at this site is for Australian users.
4. Is there an advanced searching option?
Refine Your Search:
* By Category:
* By Sub Category:;
* By Report Type (Free or Premium)
5. For whom would this resource be suitable?
Anyone considering buying or using a product. Background information on consumer topics.
6. How is this resource unique?
The tests are exclusive to Choice members or subscribers. There is unique content online which is not in the printed magazine. Topics are updated regularly online.
7. What are similar or complementary resources?
Books: Don't get ripped off; Put it in writing : letters that get results
Online: ACCC Consumer page ; StaySmartOnline
8. What would be sample questions that this resource could answer?
Q. What is the best four-slice toaster to buy
A. 1) Search “toaster”; 2) Refine search by Sub Category=”appliances”
Result: Test: Four-slice toasters (Online 02/06) [Prices and availability checked January 2008]
9. What does the search result list show?
Pay or Free; Title of article/Test; Date added or updated. Abstract; Related Searches.
10. Rate this resource.
CHOICE ONLINE is Australia’s most authoritative source of scientific comparisons between products, and a variety of other helpful consumer information.
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Books about consumer rights at Lake Macquarie Library
Affluenza : when too much is never enough 303.4 HAM
Allan Fels : a portrait of power B FEL
Consumer guide to home energy savings 944 AMA
Consumers & money LIAC
Don't get ripped off 343.94 BIR
Seniors guide : consumer information for older Australians LIAC
The Choice guide to baby products 649.122 AUS
The complete fats & oils book : how to buy, use, and control fats & oils 613.28 HAR
The new green consumer guide 333.72 HAI
The undercover economist 330.9 HAR
True green : 100 everyday ways you can contribute to a healthier planet 640.73 MCK
True green kids : 100 things you can do to save the planet 363.7 MCK
What the label doesn't tell you 615.954 DIB
Why we buy : the science of shopping 658.834 UND
Working the system : a guide for citizens, consumers and communities LIAC
1. How do I access this resource?
You can access this from an internet computer at any Lake Macquarie City Library. You can phone ahead to book a computer. Ask the library staff for password access.
2. Is it available from home?
No. This is only available at the Library.
3. Does it have much Australian content?
All the information at this site is for Australian users.
4. Is there an advanced searching option?
Refine Your Search:
* By Category:
* By Sub Category:;
* By Report Type (Free or Premium)
5. For whom would this resource be suitable?
Anyone considering buying or using a product. Background information on consumer topics.
6. How is this resource unique?
The tests are exclusive to Choice members or subscribers. There is unique content online which is not in the printed magazine. Topics are updated regularly online.
7. What are similar or complementary resources?
Books: Don't get ripped off; Put it in writing : letters that get results
Online: ACCC Consumer page ; StaySmartOnline
8. What would be sample questions that this resource could answer?
Q. What is the best four-slice toaster to buy
A. 1) Search “toaster”; 2) Refine search by Sub Category=”appliances”
Result: Test: Four-slice toasters (Online 02/06) [Prices and availability checked January 2008]
9. What does the search result list show?
Pay or Free; Title of article/Test; Date added or updated. Abstract; Related Searches.
10. Rate this resource.
CHOICE ONLINE is Australia’s most authoritative source of scientific comparisons between products, and a variety of other helpful consumer information.
=======================
Books about consumer rights at Lake Macquarie Library
Affluenza : when too much is never enough 303.4 HAM
Allan Fels : a portrait of power B FEL
Consumer guide to home energy savings 944 AMA
Consumers & money LIAC
Don't get ripped off 343.94 BIR
Seniors guide : consumer information for older Australians LIAC
The Choice guide to baby products 649.122 AUS
The complete fats & oils book : how to buy, use, and control fats & oils 613.28 HAR
The new green consumer guide 333.72 HAI
The undercover economist 330.9 HAR
True green : 100 everyday ways you can contribute to a healthier planet 640.73 MCK
True green kids : 100 things you can do to save the planet 363.7 MCK
What the label doesn't tell you 615.954 DIB
Why we buy : the science of shopping 658.834 UND
Working the system : a guide for citizens, consumers and communities LIAC
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