Business and Economics

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KiwiSaver changes penalise some earners

Business
08 Apr, 2026
For many NZers, “getting ahead” has quietly become “just getting through”. Which makes the latest change to KiwiSaver understandable but...
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“Lungwashing” stubs out tobacco harm

Business
31 Mar, 2026
New AUT research exposes the steps a major tobacco company takes to look like it cares about the health of people and the planet.
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Market volatility can work for savers

Business
30 Mar, 2026
Volatility is our friend when investing. It doesn’t feel good while we are experiencing it – but falling markets can sometimes help long-term invest...