Money
Busting the '$1 million-to-retire' myth
There's a big factor some retirement planning isn't considering, actuaries say - and are some retirees spending a lot on alcohol?
The shake-up of the banking sector
Banks have been warned this week that "competition is king" as the government moves to improve the sector. Audio
EV owners hit with big increase in ACC levies
As part of a wide range of levy increases that the government has decided to adopt, EV owners will have their ACC levy increase to $109.05 in the next year.
Industry supportive of government's planned KiwiSaver changes
The government wants to loosen the rules to allow KiwiSaver funds to invest in private assets, housing and infrastructure projects.
Homes set to face even bigger power price
More needs to be done as consumers face higher power bills over the coming years, a spokesperson for the Electricity Authority admits.
Lawyer on ACC review
The government is going to review ACC, with the Minister saying performance has been declining for a decade. Lawyer and co-convenor of the ACC Futures Coalition group Hazel Armstrong spoke to Corin… Audio
ACC levies to go up
ACC levies will soon go up for earners, businesses and motor vehicle owners. ACC minister Matt Doocey spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Commerce minister proposes capital market shake-up
The government wants to broaden the range of potential investments for Kiwisaver and make it easier to list on the stock exchange.
How do liquidations work?
Today it was announced that after more than 90 years of operations the Youth Hostel Association of New Zealand, also known as the YHA New Zealand, had gone into liquidation. Where do all the bunk beds… Audio
FIFA 2034 already attracting sportswashing claims
Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2034 FIFA Men's World Cup, but the decision has sparked accusations of "sportswashing" from critics who point to the country's human rights record. Audio
Did NZers lose out on failed Hawkcoin?
Viral star Hailey Welch, of "hawk tuah" fame, launched a cryptocurrency "memecoin" this month - but then it collapsed.
Your Money with Mary Holm
This week Mary asks: are we celebrating Christmas the best way? Mary has tips on how not to break the bank this Christmas. She also has a list of some charities you could consider giving to these… Audio
What should you do when a rich friend invites you on a holiday?
Your well-heeled friend invites you on a lavish holiday, one that you might have trouble paying for. What's the advice of financial advisors for such a difficult social dilemma? Audio
Most lenders will match big bank interest rates - adviser
Banks are making headlines with their advertised specials, but brokers say you can often get them to match a competitor's offer, anyway.
The cheapest, and most expensive, property sales of 2024
From a $50,000 apartment to a home once owned by Sir John Key, these are the big sales of the year. Audio
Study shows Hawke's Bay's productivity falls below national average
A new economic study of Hawke's Bay reveals the region's productivity has fallen below the national average. Hawke's Bay Tairawhiti Reporter Alexa Cook has the exclusive details. Audio
Corelogic releases property data for 2024
The property market has been a bit flat this year, but that hasn't stopped some houses changing hands for enormous sums. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Death spiral' for gas: Energy company turns off switch
A gas retailer will stop supplying customers next year, amid what Consumer NZ says could be the start of the end.
Charity taking court action against govt over cancelled contract
A children's charity is taking court action against the Government over a cancelled $21 million contract. Stand Tu Maia charitable trust chief executive Dr Fiona Inkpen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
The sector still adding jobs and paying an average $70k
If you want a job right now, your best shot may come from farming.
