Opinion
Mary Holm: What to do when you're 57, have savings but no home
OPINION: Don't rely on the Government to provide housing in older age.
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Brad Tiller: KiwiSaver and infrastructure prosperity
OPINION: By 2030 KiwiSaver, ACC and the NZ Super Fund will hold over $300b in savings.
'Betrayed by the Government': Pensioner's income slashed due to 'hole in the system'
Barry Walker said the policy does not consider couples who cannot both receive incomes.
Peter Vial: KiwiSaver changes are a warning sign for NZ Super
OPINION: Many Kiwis are seeing smaller pay packets as KiwiSaver rates rise.
Jonathan Ayling: The math is simple – our superannuation structure is unaffordable
OPINION: A mature society wants to ensure future generations have it better.
Greg Smith: The real cost of pausing KiwiSaver contributions
OPINION: More than 80,000 KiwiSaver members are currently on a savings suspension.
Rydges Wellington, Sofitel Queenstown to be sold to Americans for $250m
NZ Hotel Holdings said last year it wanted to sell seven hotels: First two about to go.
Back on track, Briana learns to love the small stuff
She broke the 6000-point barrier with 6098 at the Queensland Championships in Brisbane.
Fire service ordered to pay ex-employee $13k after broken promise leads to resignation
HR assured him that naming his colleague wouldn’t affect their FireSuper. It did.
Diana Clement: How to protect your finances if you are at risk of getting dementia
OPINION: An enduring power of attorney lets a trusted person act for you if you cannot.
Greg Smith: What 16- and 17-year-old workers need to know about KiwiSaver changes
OPINION: How starting KiwiSaver at 16 can supercharge future savings.
Fran O'Sullivan: New Zealand's fiscal 'directors' are sailing us towards a debt reckoning
OPINION: An ageing population is driving faster growth in health and super costs.
Should we ditch NZ super?
Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong says the party wants to replace super with a new support system. Video / Ryan Bridge Today
Retirement age will rise to cover superannuation cost, investment company predicts
New Zealand now has about four workers for every person over the age of 65.
Diana Clement: How to plan for your retirement if you are under 30
By 2050, nearly one in four New Zealanders will be over 65 and on NZ Super.
Super costly? Politicians hesitant to heed Treasury warnings on curtailing cost of NZ Super
Major changes to NZ Super unlikely after election, according to current polling.
Fletcher to sell construction arm to global infrastructure group for $315m
Around 2300 staff will move to Vinci Construction if the sale is completed.
Why the world’s fattest parrots now feel frisky enough to save their species
A bumper rimu fruit crop means conservationists expect over 50 chicks.
'Tears and laughter': Hamilton couple win $1m on Lotto after cancer shock
The pair had played the same Lotto numbers for 35 years.
'I'm a pauper': Controversial NZ pension deduction rule saves Govt half a billion a year
Jim Wolfson says he can't afford to meet his grandchildren due to the deductions.
Summer Questions: Spark CEO Jolie Hodson on her biggest mistake
Plus: Her top read to get a handle on AI.
‘All careers end in failure’: Finance guru on how to retire comfortably
Financial expert Martin Hawes on three big mistakes people make planning for retirement.
NZ Super Fund takes stand against Elon Musk’s US$1 trillion pay package
The Super Fund holds just over one million Tesla shares worth $544m.
Power struggle: Global energy firm fights plan to mine off Taranaki coast
Ruling on the mining proposal is due from a Government-appointed panel in March.
Matthew Hooton: Who will fill the leadership vacuum?
OPINION: Luxon seemingly can’t, while Hipkins so far hasn’t.
'There is mood for change': NZ urged to rethink pensions and KiwiSaver
New Zealand’s pension system ranked 17th globally in Mercer’s 2024 index.
Treasury warns fiscal policy must change as ageing population drives costs
By 2065 there may be just two workers for every person over 65.
'By 2028, we're going to be a $100b fund': NZ Super Fund chief
The Super Fund reports returns of nearly 12% for the year as the fund grows to $85b.
Diana Clement: The tax and legal minefields to be aware of when retiring overseas
OPINION: Smooth sailing abroad starts with knowing these legal basics.
Sarah Hearn: Employers should have to make KiwiSaver contributions to over-65s
OPINION: Older workers should receive the same benefits as younger colleagues.