In 10 years as Retirement Commissioner, Diana Crossan hasn't been backward about saying what she thinks. Not that the politicians have always listened. Chris Barton reports.

Bernard Hickey looks to the future and reveals a letter to John Key from NZ's youth in 2026.

This lucky generation of retirees...

The quest may no longer be for the elixir of immortality but with an ageing population there is increased awareness of what it takes to live long and well, writes Dionne Christian.

The "GST-income tax switch" will from tomorrow leave the vast majority of income earners with at least a few more dollars in their pockets each week.

Most secondary school students are finishing school with a poor understanding of basic financial concepts, a survey finds.