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Window Blind Cords Get New Safety Rules | Auckland News
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- Jun 30, 2026
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Summary
Eight children have died since 2009 after getting tangled in window blind cords — including a three-year-old girl last year — sparking a national outcry and finally pushing the government to act. After years of hesitation and pressure from grieving families, new mandatory safety standards are now being introduced under the Fair Trading Act, requiring shorter cords, better warnings, or safety devices on all new blinds. While existing products won’t be recalled, parents are urged to check and secure cords immediately — because no more preventable tragedies should happen. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ed8242cf07550383