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Simeon Brown lines up ED wait times, primary healthcare for fix list
The newly minted Health Minister says the buck will stop with him on delivering better healthcare for all New Zealanders.
KiwiSaver investors back higher minimum contributions, survey shows
However, they are reluctant to take the step themselves.
Parents weigh options as cost of school holiday programmes climbs
Many do not have the luxury of working from home or calling in grandparents so childcare is stressful and potentially expensive. Audio
Are savers leaving returns on the table?
Savers who keep their money in big bank accounts may be missing out on potential interest.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 29 January
On today's episode, veteran activist John Minto is promoting a hotline for Kiwis to "report" holidaying Israelis who may have served in their country's military, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says… Audio
'One day before unconditional': First-home buyer hit with surprise KiwiSaver bill
Sarah says it seems unfair she owes the money over a short stint she spent outside the country.
Rising production costs impact music festivals
Music lovers are spoilt for choice when it comes to summer festivals across the motu. But rising production and artist costs along with dwindling ticket sales are proving challenging for promoters… Audio
'Nudies' help sheep farmers strip costs back to the bone
Wool prices might be rising at last but some farmers want sheep that don't even grow the fibre.
Here's how much falling interest rates might save you
The drop in interest costs for affected households could be dramatic, an economist says.
What you need to retire on
Thinking about how much money you might need to retire can be a scary prospect, particularly if you're already struggling to make ends meet while you're working. "FORO" or Fear Of Running Out is top… Audio
Chinese AI app DeepSeek causes market turmoil in US
A new Chinese AI app has caused market turmoil in the United States, but could potentially provide new opportunities for other countries looking to dabble in the industry. ElementX co-founder and… Audio
Kiwibank joins rate cuts
The six-month special rate drops from Tuesday from 6.15 percent to 5.99 percent.
Research looks into how much money is needed to retire
New research from the Massey University's Financial Education and Research Centre has found less than $500,000 saved for retirement could be enough. Financial Advice NZ CEO Nick Hakes spoke to Corin… Audio
Spain plagued by over-tourism after Digital Nomad Visa
The government is relaxing visa rules to attract 'digital nomads,' allowing them to stay longer and spend more money locally. Barcelona-based writer Marta Bausells spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Govt outlines plans to stimulate economic growth
In his state of the nation speech Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talked about sending the signal that foreign investors would be "welcomed rather than treated as criminals" and the government would… Audio
It just got slightly easier to retire
However, a couple will need an extra $1.1m for a comfortable city retirement, while in the provinces it will cost $446,000, a new report says.
From London's Oxford Street, a lesson in revitalisation
Main streets across New Zealand are run down and struggling, but Oxford Street provides inspiration.
Back to school is financially tough for many whanau
The principal at Carlton School in Whanganui, Gary Johnson, talks about the start of the school year being a tough time for many families and what it takes to get kids to class. Audio
Breathing life into Queen Street, with lessons from London
Main streets across New Zealand are run-down and struggling, but we can look to Oxford Street for inspiration. Audio
Who got the biggest - and smallest - pay rises last year?
Last year was a tough one for the labour market - but some workers walked away better than others.
