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Liam Dann: Rate cut signals victory in inflation war

Despite debate about grim May forecasts, the RBNZ looks to have landed in the right place.

Methanex gas deal a sign of tough times for New Zealand industry

Methanol maker will bolster its profits through selling rather than using its gas supply.

Are central banks good doctors? Comparing RBNZ and US inflation strategies

OPINION: How the RBNZ's cautious monetary policies have over-treated the NZ economy.

OCR explained: What can we expect, and what does the interest rate mean for you?

What exactly is the OCR and what are the experts predicting?

People buying cheaper meat, or whole animal, as cost of living bites

'People more than ever looking for good value and good price points at the butcher shop.'

Snug but unsafe: How your heater may be harming your health

There are endless ways to heat your home, but not all of them are made equal.

Can you save cash by making your own butter?

Making your own gives you two end products - but is it really worth it?

Colouring hair at home: Is it worth the cost savings?

Are you willing to risk a colour calamity for the sake of a few hundred dollars?

Cost of living crisis making bad family violence situations worse

Agencies are providing domestic violence victims with more food parcels.

Councils urged to control spending as Kiwis face big rates increases

How profligate are councils really?

July 31 tax cuts: How much will you get back?

Changes to four different types of taxes and benefits start from July 31.

Tourism operators buy hotels to house workers as housing crisis hits hard

Queenstown housing issues continue, as businesses supply their own worker accommodation.

Watch: 'Cost of living relief is on its way' – Luxon and Willis speak ahead of tax cuts

The cuts to income tax will come into force from Wednesday.

Why higher-spending households are under the most price pressure

The household cost price indexes show a 5.4% increase in costs in the 12 months to June.

Editorial: The tasty prospect of The Warehouse taking on the supermarket duopoly

OPINION: There are hoops and hurdles but a big third player would be welcomed.

'More severe than Covid': Ponsonby Rd faces retail struggle

Once a bustling haven, Ponsonby Rd is now the quietest it has been in decades.