How NZ’s cost-of-living crunch compares with the UK, US, Australia and Canada – Inside Economics
Is what NZers are experiencing the same in other countries, or have we got it worse (or better)?…
How to negotiate a pay rise without underselling yourself during the cost-of-living crisis – The Prosperity Project
Sheer says too many employees become so focused on not appearing greedy or difficult that they weaken their…
KiwiSaver financial hardship withdrawals spike in March amid fuel crisis, cost of living
It comes as the number of KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals has continued to climb in recent years, having outstripped…
KiwiSaver and cost of living: the real price of a contribution holiday – Generate Wealth Weekly
But while the short-term relief is real, the long-term cost can be significant. According to Inland Revenue data,…
Election 2026: National’s Nicola Willis says New Zealanders are ‘impatient’ for expecting quick cost-of-living turnaround
“I think that they are impatient.” Challenged by Bridge on her language, Willis said she had “sympathy” for…
Boxing Day Sales 2025: Aussies Pivot to Essentials Amid Cost of Living
Christmas is over for another year (thankfully) and the Boxing Days sales are in full swing. Australians are…
Cost-of-living cooldown: Insurance price hikes are over but higher prices are the new normal
Vehicle insurance premiums dropped 0.8% in the past year but remain 30.6% higher than three years ago. Health…
Kiwi households earning more than $200k seeking help from budgeting services
“Over the last couple of years, we saw all the mortgage rates go up, you know, doubling, almost…