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Why planning reform may boost supermarket competition more than a break-up
OPINION: Breaking up supermarkets needs clear evidence.
Why more retirees are turning to last-resort Govt support
Applications for Temporary Additional Support have tripled since 2020.
Oil shocks revive debate over NZ's energy independence
Finance Minister Nicola Willis will take advice to Cabinet next week.
Seymour’s former chief of staff joins supermarket corporate affairs firm
ANALYSIS: Andrew Ketels has joined Sherson Willis.
'We are all going to be struggling': Russell pensioners hit by rent rise
An elderly tenant says her fortnightly rent will jump from $350 to $700 from July 29.
Who's being hit hardest by rising living costs?
The cost of living for the average household had the largest jump in more than four years.
Children missing school because parents can't afford fuel, social worker says
Children in rural South Auckland miss school as fuel costs bite.
Food or teeth: The pension squeeze forcing seniors back to work
'It’s not easy to stand when you’ve got arthritis in your legs, but you’ve got no choice.'
Editorial: Students waiting to flee are a warning sign for New Zealand's future
OPINION: 70% said they were already considering leaving New Zealand after graduation.
Beneficiaries spend 8% more than they receive each week – report
Hardship KiwiSaver withdrawals are up 1046% since 2015.
'I made a mistake': Dumped Labour MP asks voters for another chance
Michael Wood took a 500km pilgrimage following the 'absolute worst period' of his life.
Burgers are still fuelling the American taste for NZ meat
A US review of NZ and Australian lamb imports could lead to higher tariffs.
Luxon public meeting: National bright spots dimmed by economic pain
ANALYSIS: More than 350 people turned out in Feilding to hear from the National leader.
Rising costs push Wellington students to skip meals and classes, survey finds
Nearly four in 10 students say food costs have forced them to skip meals recently.
Borrowing for basics: Kiwis turning to debt to cover cost of living
Fuel costs, groceries, rates mean people “don’t have a lot of wiggle room”: Kiwibank boss.
What can governments really do to ease the cost of living pain?
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Older people facing impossible choices as cost of living continues to bite
Annual inflation has hit 4.1%, the highest in more than two years.
Is $1m still enough for a comfortable retirement?
At 3% inflation, living costs could double within about 24 years of retirement.
'We just can’t afford it': School scraps camp due to rising costs
Papatoetoe Intermediate cancelled its camp after only 160 of 750 pupils signed up.
Why falling food costs could hint at inflation’s turning point
Food price growth has eased to 2.8%, down from 4% earlier in the year.
Best Auckland eats under $20 according to top chefs and culinary students
From downtown dumplings to Northcote noodles and a St Helier's souvlaki that feeds two.
Community split over city centre revitalisation proposal with nearly 100 online submissions
Critics argued empty shops and dirty streets should be tackled before any revamp.
Fruit and veg prices pushed food costs higher in June as fuel prices fell
Price increases were recorded for boxed chocolates, cucumbers and capsicums.
National pushes Labour to take a stand on planned rates cap
The Government's confirmed legislation will be introduced before the election.
Higher inflation expectations may make price pressures stick – RBNZ economist
Paul Conway is keeping tabs on inflation expectations and firms' price-setting behaviour.
Can new rules really break up New Zealand’s supermarket stronghold?
Woolworths and Foodstuffs control about 82% of New Zealand’s grocery market.
Minister urges power distributors to tackle rising costs and inefficiencies
Simeon Brown says forced amalgamation is not planned but efficiency must improve.
'It's currently illegal': Solar policy hits snag over banned battery units
A ban on battery-powered solar units could delay plans to allow renters to access solar.
Viral trends and $10 plates: How restaurants are pivoting to keep customers
Chefs, influencers and restaurant owners reveal the ways they get diners in the door.