New ZealandAshburton's 'dancing queen' turns 102Eileen Greenwood celebrated her 102nd birthday at Radius Millstream in Ashburton. She said the key to her long and happy life was to 'just keep busy'. Video / George HeardWatch30 Jun 12:14 AM
New ZealandElisabeth Nicholls not the first dementia patient rest homes have lost this yearMiles Vercoe's wife, Amy Vercoe, also went missing from an Auckland rest home in May.29 Jun 02:29 AM
LifestyleWhy Sonny Bill is stepping back into the ring for an epic showdownThe sporting legend also opens up about family and retirement.28 Jun 05:00 PM
Sport'Incredible': Northland retirees become world champs in new sportThe Warrens became the first over-70s Hyrox world champions at the competition in Chicago.27 Jun 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challengesOver half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.24 Jun 11:15 PM
New ZealandThousands of over-65s earn more than $200k - should they get NZ Super?Retirement head questions whether they should also be able to claim the pension.24 Jun 08:51 PM
Aged care$336m Eastcliffe retirement village planned at Ōrākei, East AucklandRebuild will demolish all but one building and create $336m village called The Point Mission Bay. Video / EastcliffeWatch24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyMost of Ōrākei retirement village to be demolished, new $336m village to riseThe partnership means the retirement giant leases the Ōrākei site for 125 years.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changesPublic consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Embracing non-financial investments for a happier retirementOPINION: Developing hobbies and exercising are part of a fulfilling retirement.20 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rulesPeter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.18 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Amid bleak news, community generosity shines throughOPINION: People will always try to help others if they can.18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy Kevin Costner says he'll never stop workingThe Hollywood star is 70 but has no plans to retire from acting.16 Jun 05:33 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: How to access KiwiSaver funds after separationOPINION: I can't afford to pay out my ex-partner – what can I do?15 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaver'Opening a can of worms': Govt considers allowing KiwiSaver withdrawals for farmsFinance Minister Nicola Willis is seeking advice from Inland Revenue.10 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessThinking of retiring? Nearly one in two Kiwis still working when they turn 65 Data shows we're joining the workforce earlier and continuing to work later in life.10 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: $120m Wiri sale; Ryman's sinking village buildings; opposition to Bay of Islands marinaOPINION: What will a big Australian investor do with its new $120m Wiri property?09 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: We came to NZ with nothing and managed to buy a houseOPINION: But it's not so easy for those with physical or mental health issues.06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Should you take NZ Super if you don't need it?ANALYSIS: Framed in even more basic terms: is the pension a benefit or a right?03 Jun 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: It’s time NZ had a serious debate about making KiwiSaver compulsoryOPINION: Fraser Whineray's LinkedIn post has reignited the discussion.30 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: If superannuation can’t be cut, wage subsidies must beOpinion: Nicola Willis has few options for big savings next year, but there are some.29 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Significant reset': Ryman CEO Naomi James on latest year'Challenging market conditions': revenue up but devaluations, other items hit bottom line.28 May 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Real stress': Labour MP Ingrid Leary on retirement village payoutsThe law doesn't say when capital sums must be repaid, causing 'real stress': Ingrid Leary.28 May 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverHow much a smaller Govt contribution to KiwiSaver could cost you by retirementSimplicity's Shamubeel Eaqub runs the numbers. 27 May 06:05 AM
New ZealandFinders keepers? Woman who received $158k in transfer error charged with theftThe woman could face up to seven years in prison if convicted.26 May 05:00 PM
BusinessCut-off for Govt KiwiSaver contribution nears – why funds could last 30% longerThe Retirement Commission says 80% of KiwiSaver members should see increased funds.26 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Wedding bells ring at Whangārei rest homeRomance is in the air for 99-year-old Felicia and 88-year-old Dennam Dette. Video / Brodie StoneWatch25 May 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Budget changes undermine KiwiSaver's core purposeOPINION: About 40% of KiwiSaver members aren’t actively contributing to their accounts.25 May 03:20 AM
WorldDenmark raising retirement age to 70, highest in EuropeCritics say it's tough for blue-collar workers in physically demanding jobs.23 May 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Why Ryman Healthcare has fallen out of favour with investorsAn overhang on the stock is weighing on the retirement village operator's share price.22 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonNew study out on Kirkpatrick plan for K Rd, Colliers moves Westgate properties: Property InsiderWhat would planned K Rd building do to the area? Give it a $135m boost, a new study shows.19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury priest who took his life may have been financial abuse victim - coronerFather Geoff Gray was found dead in Akaroa on November 29 last year.19 May 01:48 AM
BusinessFrom 'pretty tough' rural Tassie to managing $80b: NZ Super chief Jo Townsend's career 'Money was certainly not plentiful in our household,' she tells Liam Dann. 14 May 07:00 PM
