Money
Is it fair to stop KiwiSaver contributions at 65?
Employers opting to stop contributing to their staff's KiwiSaver accounts when they turn 65 may be costing them thousands of dollars. Audio
Gender pay gap drops to lowest level since 1998: Stats NZ
New figures from Stats NZ show the gender pay gap has dropped to 5.3 percent in the June Quarter 2025, its lowest level since 1998. Advocacy group Mind the Gap co-founder Dellwyn Stuart spoke to… Audio
Workers over 65 lose out as employers stop KiwiSaver contributions
Older workers may be losing thousands of dollars with employers opting to stop their KiwiSaver contributions when they turn 65. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Average time to save a house deposit down to 10 years
That's lower than the almost-14 years required in 2021, but still above the long-term average of 9.1 years.
Accountants divided on IRD information-gathering power repeal
The section of law that gives Inland Revenue the power to request information for the purpose of tax policy development is to be repealed.
How did gender pay gap get smaller?
New Zealand's gender pay gap has narrowed to its lowest level on record - and one economist says some sectors have contributed more to the improvement than others.
Money: House price debate + the increasing cost of insurance
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds joins Kathryn to look at the discussion this week of what the nation wants out of house prices following new data that shows they're stuck. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 27 August 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel with National's Nicola Willis and Labour's Carmel Sepuloni; There appears to be confusion over the rules governing when schools are considered… Audio
'They suggested we wear more clothes': Households hit with huge power bills
A woman who was told by a power company that she should put on more clothes is just one of hundreds of Kiwis who told RNZ they are struggling with power bills this winter. Audio
Families struggle as power and gas prices up
Winter is traditionally a rough time of year for power bills, but this year they're hitting some families extra hard. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The essential item that's 900% more expensive than in 2000
Climate change and the cost of increasing weather events are pushing up the cost.
Tax changes for new migrants, remote workers, and those with solar powers systems
The Revenue Minister says the bill is aimed at boosting the economy, helping businesses grow, and making it easier for skilled people to live and work here.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 26th August 2025
In today's episode, the first firefighter to enter Loafers Lodge hostel has continued to give evidence in the trial of the 50-year-old man who is accused of murdering five people by setting the… Audio
Are relationship property laws working?
Law Commission recommendations included changes that would mean a partner was not necessarily entitled to half the family home. Audio
Experts call for overhaul of relationship property laws
Legal experts are calling for the government to revisit Law Commission recommendations for the overhaul of relationship property laws. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Health NZ won't say how much it's paying for elective surgeries in private hospitals
Health New Zealand will not say how much it's paying private hospitals to carry out elective surgeries under a new national contract. Investigative reporter Anusha Bradley spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Retirees struggling with bills due to rising costs
Retirees who've paid off their homes are struggling to make ends meet. Auckland University researcher and Joyce Cook chair of Ageing Well Ngaire Kerse spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
In an economic slump, tech startups are in hot demand
Inside the Auckland event where tech startups pitch to New Zealand's wealthiest investors, the economic outlook is sunny
In an economic slump, tech startups are in hot demand
Inside the Auckland event where tech startups pitch to New Zealand's wealthiest investors, the economic outlook is sunny. Audio
Tips For a Smart Start in NZ
Juggling bills is hard, especially in a new country. As Ashburton's Pasifika community grows, they're sharing their hacks on heating, local resources and gardening. And Katy Gosset visits the new… Audio
