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Award-winning musician on the surprising challenges that still exist for working mothers.
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Even top athletes can struggle to make ends meet.
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It has been months since the last listing on the NZ Stock Exchange.
Greens co-leader on ending poverty, Ian Taylor criticism and ‘dangerous’ Act Party
The Greens have given voters a clear point of difference between the left and right.
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Valent acquired his "university" education in an unexpected place.
Izzy Whitley: How I made a $30m business at 28
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Fixing the myriad problems at the Ports of Auckland isn't an easy task.
Cooking the Books: Why sharemarket has hit pause, how to make money from it
ETF trading has fallen around 75 per cent.
Sir John Key slams 'pathetic' wealth tax report
Key opened up on his son's comments that he 'hated' him while he was PM.
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The China Tightrope: Unpacking NZ's relationship with our biggest trading partner
A new book takes a deep dive into New Zealand's relationship with China.
Seymour's coalition warning shot to National: 'We'll sit on the cross benches'
David Seymour isn't one to mince his words.
New podcast by Sonia Gray explores the world of neurodiversity
The podcast is a co-production between the NZ Herald and Team Umbrella
Money Talks: Tales of poverty, excess from Paddy Gower, Sir Roger Douglas and others
Listen: Liam Dann talks life and money with entrepreneurs, entertainers and politicians.
Minister stood down every 6.5 weeks: Will blunders cost Labour the election?
Ministers have caused the PM numerous headaches since he took charge.
Kiwi radio star reveals how she learned her daughter is neurodivergent
And the revelation she made about herself in the process.
How this NZ pharma firm prices drugs to avoid villain status
This NZ drug maker says it puts health above wealth.
‘Huge, huge problem’: The aged care crisis set to hit NZ in the future
Growing old in New Zealand could become a scary prospect for some.
‘Dangerous espionage operation’: Media expert’s warning on TikTok
There are growing concerns about the information TikTok is harvesting.
Not happy with the Honours List? Official's advice on how to have your say
An expert shares the ins and outs of the honours system.
How one woman went from living payday to payday, to mortgage free - in just 7 years
She says once she learned more about money, she realised where she was going wrong.
Why Sir Michael Hill sets his goals 30 years at a time
The iconic jeweller shares his secrets with Paula Bennett in an Ask Me Anything.
Inside National's internal ideological challenges as they look towards the election
The National Party is fighting for its future against a resurgent Act Party.
Awkward choices ahead: Why voters should keep a close eye on minor parties this year
As Hipkins and Luxon battle over the centre, are the fringes growing?
The surprise politician with the biggest impact on crime stats
Crime data crunched by the Herald team reveals the state of criminality across NZ.
Billy T winner Abby Howells on why she returned to stand-up comedy
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Why do some people get name suppression for so long?
Some offenders seem to be able to live in the shadows for years.
Is there a business case for selling publicly owned assets?
Selling government assets isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Superannuation promise: Has Labour given National an attack opportunity?
Political editor Claire Trevett gives her verdict on parties' political point scoring.
What you need to know about the falling property market
The Reserve Bank predicts the falling prices aren't finished yet.
‘Collateral damage’: How much will trust tax change cost the average Kiwi family?
Most trusts in New Zealand are not held by super-wealthy individuals.
Paddy Gower on being 'crap with money' and why he'll never drive a Porsche
Listen: As he launches a new show Paddy Gower talks life and economics with Liam Dann.
Are businesses pushing up prices to take advantage of inflation?
Some are starting to wonder if businesses have become too enthusiastic with price rises.