Money
Reserve Bank forms new financial policy committee
The Reserve Bank New Zealand has formed a new committee to make key decisions around financial stability.
ASB settles class action lawsuit for $135 million
ASB has reached a $135.6 million settlement to settle a class action lawsuit over alleged historical breaches of credit disclosures.
Sharesies platform reports record turnover
Crypto curencies and shares are in demand with record trading of more than $3.3 billion.
New Zealanders jump on bitcoin as it hits record levels
New Zealanders are trading hundreds of millions of dollars worth of bitcoin each month as the price hits record levels.
$87k salary, $300 a week child support: mother calls for change
A mum says she is in severe hardship as an increasing number of parents raise concerns about the system.
Will home loan rates drop this week? What experts are predicting
The RBNZ could cut the Official Cash Rate by 50 points this week - but what does that mean for mortgages . Audio
What will the OCR change mean for home loans?
The Reserve Bank is expected to cut the official cash rate this week - what will it mean for home loans, and is it a good time to fix your mortgage repayments? Money correspondant Susan Edmonds spoke… Audio
Parents earning over $65k to fund teens
Parents with a household income of more than 65 thousand dollars a year will soon have to support their 18 and 19-year-old children, as the government tightens access to benefits. Social Development… Audio
Are you 'revenge saving'?
As the world continues to recover from altered post-pandemic spending habits, this is the latest trend commentators say is taking hold. Audio
Does bright-line test actually stop property speculators?
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Revenge saving phenomenon taking hold overseas
You might have heard about revenge spending - where people buy things they maybe don't need after a period of constraint. But what about revenge saving? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been… Audio
'Compromising public safety': FENZ calls for union to withdraw strike noitce
Fire and Emergency New Zealand are looking to take the matter to the Employment Relations Authority.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 3rd October 2025
In today's episode, protestors gathered outside Foreign Minister Winston Peters' home in Auckland on Thursday night in support of those on board the Global Sumud Flotilla; The home of the ASB Classic… Audio
Govt announces new $15m roof for Auckland Tennis arena
The roof project is the first investment announced as part of the government's $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package.
Afterpay changes 'raising red flags' - financial consultant
Afterpay has reversed a policy it put in place in March which stopped people racking up debt by using buy now, pay later on essentials. Audio
Afterpay to again let customers buy fuel and groceries
Afterpay is once again letting customers buy fuel and groceries with no payment upfront. Financial inclusion consultant Natalie Vincent spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Some homeowners consider ditching gas as prices rise
With natural gas reserves dropping, prices rising and the future of gas supply uncertain, some New Zealand home owners may be considering switching to electric. Ben Mayne from Ben Mayne Plumbing and… Audio
Westpac becomes latest bank to cut rates
The bank's one-year home loan rate is in line with BNZ and ANZ.
Rolleston 1080 bait factory sold at a loss
The West Coast Regional Council sold its controversial Rolleston 1080 factory last year for $70,000 under valuation, records show.
Midday Essentials for Thursday 2nd October 2025
In today's episode, the Global Sumud Flotilla that has been trying to get aid into Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy, and some New Zealanders taking part are now on an Israeli vessel; The… Audio
