From a virtually useless power saver device to the sky-high surcharges of Qantas and Tiger Airways… these are the winners of a 2009 Shonky Award.

Chef’s Cupboard and Massel liquid stocks
The CHOICE Shonky for Water at What Price? goes to … Chef’s Cupboard and Massel liquid stocks.

Credit protection insurance industry
The CHOICE Shonky for Profit Protection Insurance goes to… Credit protection insurance industry.

Qantas and Tiger Airways
The CHOICE Shonky for sky-high surcharges goes to… Qantas and Tiger Airways.

Tiffany FP807 Food processor
The CHOICE Shonky for Cheese-Fearing Surrender Monkey goes to … Tiffany FP807 Food processor.