Money
Auckland Council on the residential property value drop
Residential property values in Auckland have dropped by nine percent. Auckland Council's chief financial officer Ross Tucker spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Values of residential property in Auckland falls nine percent
Data released by Auckland Council shows residential values have fallen nine percent on average since they were last published in June 2021. Jessica Hopkins reports. Audio
Govt injects a further $13 million into tourism
The government's making another pitch to get tourists to come here, with a $13 million investment. Mackenzie District Council acting mayor Karen Morgan spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Consultation on future of mental health facility extended
Health NZ did not say when a final decision would be made. Audio
NZ's richest people got wealthier in the past year. Did you?
Here's how the average New Zealander's wealth compares to the rich list.
Calls for government to unlock KiwiSaver to buy farms
There have been calls for the government to unlock KiwiSaver so the funds can be used to buy a first farm, not just a house. At the moment if you have been contributing to KiwiSaver for three years… Audio
Global freight costs push up as end of tariff pause nears
US trade tariffs are on a 90-day pause until mid-July.
Kiwi Rich Listers climb above $100b despite 'tough' times
Meanwhile, the co-founders of Zuru Toys, the brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray retain top spot Audio
Kiwibank cuts home loan interest rates
The official cash rate has fallen from a peak of 5.5 percent to 3.25 percent.
NBR releases 2025 rich list
The National Business Review has released its 2025 rich list, painting a picture of Aotearoa's rich and powerful. NBR co-editor Hamish McNicol spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ's mean testing creep
The issue on how to save on superannuation is a political no-go, with one gallery editor describing the debate as 'uranium wrapped in barbed wire' Audio
How a health problem you don't know about could disrupt insurance
Many policies count previous symptoms, not just diagnoses, as an existing health condition.
Should I contribute to KiwiSaver or pay mortgage faster? Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
The pressure of home premiums
House insurance is something all homeowners need. It's meant to provide peace of mind, yet rising premiums are making it increasingly difficult to access. Audio
How can people get 'free money' out of their Kiwisaver?
Time is running out for KiwiSaver members to get an extra $521 in their accounts from the Government. From next year it will only be contributing about $260 or, in some cases, nothing at all. People… Audio
'One-size-fits-all recovery approach won't work': Restaurant Association CEO
The hospitality industry is still struggling to recover, but some standout regions are excelling according to a new report.
Popular Labubu dolls swiped by scalpers
Labubus are the latest collectable toy craze to hit the market, but frenzied fans are becoming increasingly frustrated by how much they are having to spend to get them. Morning Report Producer Troy… Audio
NZers support increased KiwiSaver contributions: Poll
KiwiSaver providers are hoping public support for increased contribution rates could provide the incentive to push them higher still. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Support for KiwiSaver contribution increases - but providers want more
KiwiSaver providers are unsurprised by the public support, and hope it will see default contribution rates increase further.
Grocery Action Group on proposed changes to Grocery Supply Code
The Commerce Commission draft finding has asked major supermarket players to loosen their grip on the market. Changes are proposed to the Grocery Supply Code. In response, the Grocery Action Group… Audio