New ZealandWoolworths scrambles to close loophole after shoppers register multiple cardsNew loyalty card hits first speedbump after shoppers find rort for vouchers.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Will leave a shortfall': Mayor's concern as Govt scraps Auckland fuel taxTransport played a major part in National’s 100-day plan that was released last November.07 Feb 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWarning as families turn to buy-now pay-later for groceries at The WarehouseFamilies are using it to cover the cost of groceries.07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity meeting held in living room, council warned to stop 'wasteful spending'The meeting, held in a community watchdog's living room, was standing room only.06 Feb 01:00 AM
LifestyleMum of 16 shares her family budget tipsThe mum behind Australia's largest family has shared her budgeting secrets.02 Feb 12:47 AM
New ZealandSmart use of power is helping ease cost of living pressuresThe aim of the Healthy Homes Program is to reduce power use by 30 to 40 per cent.01 Feb 10:50 PM
New ZealandMSD warns incoming minister of rising number of Kiwis on benefit, more increases likely'We are seeing increasing complexity in clients’ needs.'01 Feb 01:22 AM
EmploymentMinimum wage to rise by 2 per cent - slowest rate in a decadeThe cost of living is likely to rise by more than the minimum wage.01 Feb 01:12 AM
Official Cash RateAnnual household living costs increased 7 per cent - who was hit hardest?The cost of living is outpacing inflation - up 7 per cent. But there is good news.31 Jan 10:52 PM
New ZealandBeating the cost-of-living crisis one chippie packet at a timeChip Packet Project looking to ease looming winter crisis.31 Jan 08:00 PM
LifestyleCrocs and celebrations: The reality of sending Kiwi kids back to schoolThe Parenting Hangover hosts share their top tips for getting kids back into routine.31 Jan 05:30 PM
LifestyleOut with Onecard - why you should (and shouldn’t) be brand loyalConsumer NZ warns shoppers as supermarket launches new loyalty card.31 Jan 04:00 PM
Small BusinessSmall Business: Barbenheimer breaks Penthouse Cinema’s nearly 50-year box office recordThe Kisby family bought the Vogue in 1975 and turned it into the iconic Penthouse Cinema.28 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleDitching your gym membership to save money? You’ll love these alternativesThere are plenty of more affordable options to keep you motivated to move.25 Jan 05:00 PM
LifestyleMoney-saving tips and tricks for parents in 2024From petrol to groceries, The Parenting Hangover hosts share tips on how to cost-save.25 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandData reveals the region where it's more expensive to rent than AucklandThe national median weekly rent in Aotearoa has jumped to $625.23 Jan 11:56 PM
Inflation'Still under pressure': Economists share what 2024 may hold for KiwisOne economist is unsure whether the Government's tax cuts can be delivered.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrincipal groups defend school uniform pricingMany families prepare to fork out hundreds of dollars to pay for school uniforms.22 Jan 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Unmasking Covid complacency; one school uniform for all of NZOPINION: For those over 60, Covid can be debilitating and lethal.22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandChromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returnsBetween stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.21 Jan 12:14 AM
LifestyleCan the 6-1 trolley method save you money at the supermarket?Shoppers have labelled the method a 'game-changer'.19 Jan 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeState tenants' soaring debt: one man owes $48k in rentTotal arrears have risen by 800 per cent since 2019 to $21 million.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato foodbanks 'desperate' for donationsVinnies Hamilton is deciding if they should limit food parcels to six per family per year.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsMinister demands action from Kāinga Ora over thousands of empty state homesThe public housing waitlist numbers more than 25,000.18 Jan 04:17 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to keep living together when you can’t afford a divorceTelegraph: Financial pressures are leaving the unhappily married in limbo.15 Jan 08:13 PM
Small BusinessMabel’s owner on its mission to bring Burmese flavours to WellingtonMabel's pays tribute to the owner of NZ's first Burmese restaurant, The Monsoon.14 Jan 12:21 AM
New Zealand'Should be banned': Why $5 colony eggs at The Warehouse are so cheapWelfare experts want clear labelling on colony eggs so consumers know hens are caged.13 Jan 09:38 PM
New Zealand'Love will find you too': Final Christmas tally 'an awesome outpouring' of kindnessThe final amount raised in the 2023 appeal has been revealed.12 Jan 03:00 PM
Banking and financeVaping, swimming pools, live gigs: 2023 sets consumer spending recordsData from ANZ and Worldline showed spending was subdued in December but still set records.10 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailOn edge and hoping for a ‘normal year’: Top five retail priorities for 2024Industry players say 2024 will be a test for businesses and consumers.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSPCA feeling the squeeze with peak kitten season still to comeKitten season is triggered by warmer summer months when cats are seeking to mate.08 Jan 04:08 AM
LifestyleKiwi mum: Shocking cost of childcare means it’s not worth going back to work"It makes you think twice about, 'is it really worth it?'"07 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How to spend nothing for a monthOPINION: Avoiding dining out or ditching single-use shopping items are just the start ...06 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailGracie MacKinlay on Mighty Ape’s record-breaking 2023 salesMacKinlay says the retailers face a challenging 2024 despite record-breaking sales.04 Jan 10:00 PM
