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National's tax plan under review after economic forecasts
Much of National's tax package is now under review after the shock economic forecasts, with the plan to scrap the top tax rate on the chopping block.
The government's defending higher interest rates… Audio
Demand at Auckland City Mission unchanged since pandemic
The cost of living crisis is forcing many to turn to foodbanks for help to get through.
The Auckland City Mission says before Covid-19, it was providing about 500 food parcels a week for families.
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Subscriptions getting out of hand for many - ASB
Signing up for a free trial for the likes of streaming apps or maybe astronomy apps, Fitness Apps and many more might seem harmless but according to recent research they are leaving many customers out… Audio
One in five people unaware of all subscription plans they pay for - survey
A survey conducted by one of the country's biggest banks shows one in five people are paying for subscriptions they don't use.
Housing market confidence expected to take another hit
Buyer confidence in the housing market is likely to take another hit if a forecast official cash rate hike happens this week.
The Reserve Bank is anticipated to raise the OCR again tomorrow - with… Audio
Health minister responds to GPs warnings of underfunding, short-staffing
Doctors are telling the government general practices are stretched and under threat due to workforce shortages and underfunding.
The General Practice Owners Association has sent an open letter to the… Audio
Scott Pape: Teaching kids to be money savvy
The Barefoot Investor – a best-selling book by financial advisor Scott Pape – is said to be in one in 20 Australian homes. Pape's new book Barefoot Kids is about children and money. Audio
Jacob Silverman: cryptocurrency and the golden age of fraud
The spectacular and sudden collapse of $32 billion cryptocurrency exchange FTX this month is potentially a pivotal event for the industry - a 'Lehman Brothers' moment. Audio
Cop27 finale: Leaders debate climate damage funding for Pacific nations
After two weeks of negotiations at the climate talks at an Egyptian resort, it's now down to the wire.
Enforcement will be key as casino rules tightened - support service
The government has announced new rules aimed at reducing harm for gamblers. Audio
Diabetic who uses glucose monitor says 'huge holes' in Pharmac's analysis
Insulin-dependent diabetics say Pharmac's decision to delay funding a potentially life-saving device appears to be based on flawed assessments.
Countdown's reward points scheme flaw short-changes some
Countdown has apparently failed to properly count up customers' reward points as part of its loyalty scheme, meaning shoppers have been short changed when it comes to discount vouchers. Video, Audio
How spending habits have changed since the pandemic began
Consumers are frequenting central business districts less and changing when they shop and take part in leisure activities, a Mastercard chief economist says .
Your Money with Mary Holm
Today Mary talks about 3 types of mortgages she's describing as clever. You also have a chance to win a copy of one of her two latest books. You can enter by saying in 30 words or fewer who you would… Audio
The Panel with Georgie Stylianou and Steve McCabe (Part 2)
Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Georgie Stylianou and Steve McCabe discuss the drop in house prices and how more people are selling at a loss. Plus, they discuss the pros and cons of a… Audio
Wage subsidy fraud: Beneficiary pockets $50k for drugs and gambling
The South Taranaki man posed as a business owner to fraudulently claim a series of Covid-19 wage subsidy payments.
Crowds at Manukau Pak'nSave for sales as cost of living bites
A Pak'nSave supermarket in South Auckland will have shoppers queuing for heavily reduced prices all week.
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Power consumers needs more important than shareholders
Electricity companies need to focus on their customers, not just their shareholders, says the newly established consumer advocacy council.
This morning, unions and a climate group released a report… Audio
More investors being targeted for fraud scams, consumers warned
New Zealanders are being warned fraud cases are on the rise as Fraud Awareness Week begins. Audio
Concerns about dividends paid to electricty shareholders
Electricity generators are delivering "excess dividends" to their shareholders, at a cost to people, the planet and the green economy, according to a new report.
The study, co-authored by FIRST… Audio
