Money
In classrooms, money lessons that matter
Why trial and error isn't the best way to learn financial literacy, and how a new curriculum could help Audio
Aaron Gilbert on Kiwisaver tweaks
Finance Minister Nicola Willis announced the Government was forecast to make its first withdrawal from the NZ Super Fund in 2028, five years earlier than expected. Professor of Finance at Auckland… Audio
Potential new tax has top accountant concerned
Inland Revenue plans to make some societies and associations' membership fees subject to tax.
Budget 2025: Everything announced so far
Struggling to keep up with all the "pre-Budget" news? We've got you covered.
Budget 2025: How does government spending actually work?
There will be a lot of talk about government spending this week, but how does it actually work? Where does the money come from, and where does it go?
Frances Cook: How to ask your bank for a deal
Frances Cook is back with some advice on how to have that awkward, but often fruitful, conversation with your bank. Audio
Can I get a home loan with bad credit? - Ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.
'Trump bump' expected to lift inflation
Reserve Bank survey had 41 responses from business leaders and professional forecasters.
NZ groceries cheaper than UK, Australia, if you take off GST
Woolworths New Zealand claims a 'full basket' in New Zealand is 10 percent cheaper. Audio
Do first home buyers have an opportunity to get into the housing market?
Twice this week, we've heard first-home buyers told that they have a rare opportunity to get into the property market. When both the Real Estate Institute and QV released their latest data, it came… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 16 May 2025
In today's episode, the government has announced a half a billion dollar boost to the film and television sector, pledging $577 million for the International Screen Production Rebate over the next… Audio
Is it actually a good time to buy a house?
Twice this week, first-home buyers have been told it might be their big chance to get into the market.
Social service providers support Auditor-General's report into Oranga Tamariki
The country's highest watchdog has issued a scathing assessment of Oranga Tamariki's procurement and contracting practices last year. Wesley Community Action Wellington director David Hanna spoke to… Audio
Former Oranga Tamariki property manager defrauded agency of $2 million
A former property manager at Oranga Tamariki and her husband kept their marriage secret to defraud the government agency of $2 million. National crime correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Govt announces $577 million boost for film and TV sector
The government has announced a half a billion dollar boost to the film and television sector, pledging $577 million for the International Screen Production Rebate over the next four and a half years… Audio
Octopus Energy on Transpower warnings of electricity blackouts
An Electricity retailer says if the government acts quickly it could reduce the risk of electricity blackouts next winter. Octopus Energy's chief operating officer Margaret Cooney spoke to Corin Dann.
…Defence Minister Collins doesn't want more money for weapons
Heading into next week's Budget, Judith Collins says she doesn't want any more money for weaponry even if it was offered to her. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Why rising dairy prices are a double-edged sword
The latest Stats NZ figures revealed butter prices are up 65 percent, while milk was up 15 percent and cheese 24 percent. Audio
Social service providers accuse Oranga Tamariki of losing sight of those it is meant to serve
A group representing 250 social service providers says Oranga Tamariki lost sight of the children and whānau it is there to serve. Te Pai Ora chief executive Belinda Himiona spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Auditor-General releases scathing assessment of Oranga Tamariki procurement and contracting practices
The Auditor General has issued a scathing assessment of Oranga Tamariki's procurement and contracting practices last year. Auditor-General John Ryan spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
