Money
Number of people making losses on property highest since 2014
The number of people making losses when they sell their homes is at the highest level since 2014, property data firm Cotality says, and Auckland sellers are being hit particularly hard. Money… Audio
Are you investing in weapons used in Gaza?
A responsible investment platform says the amount of KiwiSaver money invested in weapons companies has increased 40.9 percent this year.
More people making losses when selling their homes
In the second quarter of this year, one in 10 home sellers made a loss, the highest proportion since 2014.
The true cost of the country's boom in failing businesses
New Zealand is on track for a record number of liquidations this year - again - but it's not all doom and gloom for Kiwi businesses.
A boom in businesses going bust
New Zealand is on track for a record number of liquidations this year - again - but it's not all doom and gloom for Kiwi businesses. Audio
Secondary school teachers to go on strike
Secondary school teachers around the motu have announced they will strike for the day next Wednesday, after pay talk with the govenrment stalled. They will double down in September if there's no… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 13th August 2025
In today's episode, New Zealand Embassy staff have made contact with a New Zealand woman being detained with her son at a U.S immigration facility; The local government minister has confirmed he'll be… Audio
Minister to take rates cap policy to Cabinet
Simon Watt says he is working at pace on the policy, which so far has recieved a mixed response around Parliament and councils. Audio
LGNZ on govt's rate capping proposal
The local government minister has confirmed he'll be taking a paper to cabinet before Christmas with a proposed model to cap rates. Local Government New Zealand President and Selwyn mayor Sam… Audio
Lessons from a divorce coach in a tough property market
Don't give up your job, know what you owe, and be careful living together after separating, a divorce coach says. Audio
What you might not know about natural disaster insurance
And a warning from the Natural Hazards Commission. Audio
Some divorced couples still living together due to property market
With the property market still slow, one divorce coach has told RNZ that it means some people, who've separated are still stuck living together. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Food and rent costs mean families going without dental care
Dozens of people have told of the desperate efforts they've taken trying to treat rotting teeth. Audio
Government urged to provide subsidies to replace gas heaters
A subsidy scheme for homeowners to replace gas and inefficient heaters with heat pumps would save the country $1.5 billion a year, the Green Building Council says. Audio
How much money do you need to be happy?
Probably less than you think, a new study has found. Audio
How much money do you need to be happy?
How much money do you need to be happy? Probably less than you think. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
ANZ cuts home loan rate, predictions others will follow
The country's biggest bank said it would cut its one-year fixed rate special by 16 basis points to 4.79 percent.
How an NBA legend was used in a Kiwi couple's $4m Ponzi scheme
The Tuiras claimed they were operating an investment business, but none of the money was invested and was instead used to fund the couple's lifestyle.
Co-operative Bank replacing system, looks to take on big four
It chose UK-based 10x Banking to lead the replacement of the system.
How common is it to have a mortgage application denied?
Home ownership is a goal lots of people work towards. But it can be stressful putting your financial life under the microscope when you're trying to get a bank to say yes to a mortgage. Money… Audio
