Money
Economists critical of govt's economic management
Economists from both ends of the political spectrum have come out with scathing reviews of the government's economic management in recent days. Economist Robert MacCulloch spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
'No way would you want to retire with less than $1m'
Here's why one KiwiSaver provider says anything less won't do.
Why the Greens want a bigger rest home subsidy
Rising property prices mean limit for help is out of date, financial adviser says.
Thrift: Financial literacy for the whole family
What did you learn about money from your family? And how does that fit with your partner's financial values? Trying to trim costs only works when everyone in your household is on the same page. Katy… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 26 November
On today's episode, the ACT party is claiming to wield "disproportionate" influence at the decision-making table, the Education Review Office has said the NCEA level one qualification is not a… Audio
Wellington City Council to hold meeting to discuss which programs to cut
Wellington City Councillors will hold a crucial meeting on Tuesday where they discuss which programmes to cut to find hundreds of millions of dollars of savings. Independent Eastern Ward Councillor… Audio
Confidence in property market increases
It's been a tough few years for the property market but there are increasing signs that activity is picking up. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Reserve Bank expected to deliver OCR cut
The New Zealand property market is anticipating a boost with the Reserve Bank expected to deliver another big interest rate cut on Wednesday. Realestate.co.nz head of marketing and sales Vanessa… Audio
KiwiSaver supervisor braces for surge in hardship withdrawals
Withdrawals are at record levels, and there are warnings more may be to come as a Christmas crunch hits.
Getting your family on the same financial page
What did you learn about money from your family? And how does that fit with your partner's financial values? Trying to trim costs only works when everyone in your household is on the same page. Katy… Audio
Will I have to pay for my spouse's rest home if we have a contracting out agreement?
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Do we still need cash?
Australia is pondering forcing some shops to accept cash , with some asking if New Zealand should follow suit.
Desperate tenants seek help from council
Tenants struggling to pay rent are scared they'll become homeless, while their landlord sits on a multi-million dollar fund designed to support them. Audio
Shoppers warned to take care with Black Friday discounts
Shoppers are being warned to take care with discounts offered for Black Friday. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds explains. Audio
Spending cuts damaging economy: economists
A group of economists is urging the Government to stop spending cuts which they say are damaging the economy. Economist Dr Ganesh Nana spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Rising rates spur frustrated mayor to appeal for 'frugal' approach
Some Christchurch City councillors are under the belief money falls out of the sky, the mayor says.
Treasury backs capital gains tax as best way to raise revenue
The tax is the only tax base-broadening measure likely to raise a significant amount of revenue, officials have told the government.
Is this the return of the property investor?
New data indicates that, after a while on the sidelines, investors are getting back into the market.
Millions raised for health issues on Givealittle
Thousands of people turn to crowdfunding platform Givealittle every year to raise money to cover their health needs - and it's prompted a warning from the insurance industry.
3% rates cap plea presented to South Wairarapa council
Just over 1000 South Wairarapa residents and ratepayers have signed a petition with the request.
