PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig rates hike 'a pain'“We all know costs go up very quickly, but it changes going down."17 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessWell-trod path: Kiwi shoe making school off to OzFounder Lou Clifton says the pandemic and recession have hit NZ' shoemaking industry.16 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDemand for help would ‘go through the roof’ if free school lunches dropped"Our children are taonga, a treasure, we need to treat them like that."16 Jul 09:55 AM
New Zealand‘Our only option is to protest’: Furious Waiheke locals call for fairer ferry faresThe recent 19 per cent price hike makes the Waiheke ferry the most expensive in the world.16 Jul 06:41 AM
New ZealandNo improvements in cost of living survey since MarchOne in three New Zealanders are going without medical care when they’re unwell.16 Jul 06:29 AM
PremiumPremiumInflationBuy now, pay later: Solo mum buying meat and groceries so kids don't miss out9 Kiwi shoppers reveal the pluses and pitfalls of Buy Now Pay Later14 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandExplainer: Do you qualify for help with your power bills?All you need to know about the Winter Energy Payment and other assistance.13 Jul 10:00 PM
Talanoa12 people in a 4-bedroom home: How a struggling family found help as costs rise'We can't afford the children's clothes.'13 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInflationWellington chippy insolvent, blames Covid and Parliament protestThe fish and chip venue received $30,000 in funding following the anti-mandate protest.13 Jul 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRetail spending reinforces expectations for economic downturnSpending in June showed a small bounce-back after last month's slump.13 Jul 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailCars and clothes drive Kiwi card spending increaseFuel costs a big factor as billions in card spending dissected.12 Jul 11:39 PM
New Zealand'Ridiculous' rates rise will hit struggling superannuants hard, say advocates"There [are] some real sad cases out there at the moment."12 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Absolutely fabulous': How homeowners make money and lifelong friends renting spare rooms"It costs me $40 a week to live in my house."11 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I don’t think it’s right': Parents infuriated at White Cross charging for child visitsIt’s expected that the fallout will be felt in the hospital's emergency department.10 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCharities and families under pressure to put food on the tableNorthland foodbanks and families under pressure as food prices continue to rise.09 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInflation'Walking an economic tightrope': Missed mortgage, credit repayments creep upClimbing arrears return to Kiwi households.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A lot at stake': Whanganui MP Steph Lewis kicks off campaign“The candidates have changed, but my approach to campaigning hasn’t."02 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Govt financial bailouts need a longer lensEDITORIAL: Support measures cannot be a blank cheque.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCost of living jump: Aucklanders set to pay almost 10pc more on water billsExtreme weather and big building plans mean Auckland water users may face hefty charges.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Banking and financeConsumer confidence up but cost of living continues to biteANZ Roy Morgan's consumer confidence survey this month was'"markedly up' on May.30 Jun 05:20 AM
New ZealandJuly 1 changes: How life will change for Kiwis from midnight'Suck a lot of cash out of wallets': Here's what you need to know.29 Jun 07:16 PM
LifestyleThe toxic issue facing Kiwi homes - and how to fix itWhy does mould grow inside our homes and can we prevent it?29 Jun 07:07 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Cheapest and most expensive petrol prices in Auckland and around NZCars are lined up at the pumps at Costco and at petrol stations around NZ.29 Jun 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHousing biggest cost for Northlanders facing cost-of-living pressuresMedian weekly rents are up 5.5 per cent since May 2022.28 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailCost of living: The Warehouse expands fresh produce trial to five new locationsChief executive Nick Grayston said the company is challenging NZ's grocery 'status quo'.28 Jun 01:16 AM
KahuGovernment top-up to foodbanks helpful but more still neededAn additional $6 million in funding will be allocated to community organisations.27 Jun 11:57 PM
New ZealandGovernment 'not responsible' for all university failings - SepuloniNZ's loss-making universities have blamed underfunding for their problems.26 Jun 11:21 PM
New ZealandFruit and veg in short supply after more wild weather hits the East CoastMandarins and bagged salads are just some of the produce in short supply.26 Jun 03:55 AM
New ZealandPain at the pump: Motorists urged to fuel up early to avoid shortages, $3 per litre for someIt's less than a week before the fuel tax is reinstated.24 Jun 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeHeavy traffic index up - but 'real' recession still expectedAre we there yet? 'Muddlling' economy a sign of colliding forces, bank says.23 Jun 05:10 AM
New ZealandNo power in some households, high prices in othersOur most vulnerable and cash-strapped NZers are paying around 15 per cent more for power.21 Jun 11:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: Labour will get punished this election - for what they did doOPINION: Ironically it's what Labour did do, not what they didn't, that will hurt them.21 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleEight ways to cut down on your power bill this winterHousehold hacks to help you switch to energy saving mode this winter.20 Jun 09:32 PM
New ZealandTrade Me data shows more than 340,000 searches for heaters over past two weeksTrade Me data shows up more than 340,000 searches for things to help heat homes.19 Jun 05:00 PM
