High debt and rapid ageing increase Thailand’s Japanification risk
Major structural problems Nond Prueksiri, senior economist at Siam Commercial Bank’s Economic Intelligence Centre (SCB EIC), described Thailand’s…
Australia v Bangladesh: Axe hangs over batters after Darwin ‘disaster’
Former captain Ricky Ponting, who scored more than 13,000 test runs, said it was time for tough decisions.…
Singaporeans are living longer, but not necessarily healthier. Can science close the gap?
HOW LONG DO WE STAY HEALTHY? Singaporeans are living longer than ever, but that does not necessarily mean…
The Years Ahead: How travel is helping older Hawke’s Bay residents redefine ageing
The pair have been to Europe, South America, Africa, China, Russia, and even to the Everest Base Camp.…
Meridian wins consent to rebuild Te Rere Wind Farm in Manawatū
Te Rere was the key driver behind Meridian’s acquisition of NZ Windfarms in 2025. As it stands, the…
Why child-free couples may need more—not less—for retirement
Many child-free couples make the same assumption: without the cost of raising children, they will need less money…
St Mary’s Bay sinkhole raises questions as intensification looms
Auckland Council has approved Plan 120, a move that would permit building heights of up to 15 storeys…
Auckland Zoo euthanises ageing giraffe matriarch Rukiya
“While we have been able to keep Rukiya comfortable with medication and provide some short-term relief, ultimately, it’s…
Dr Ginni Mansberg on the ‘secret’ to ageing well – The Little Things
“As much as you might be tuning into the biohackers who are all in their IV drips and…
Northland Westpac Rescue Helicopters to replace ageing Sikorskys
The new helicopters would improve operational efficiency by allowing greater flexibility between bases while providing enhanced capabilities for…
14 Hallmarks Of Ageing Regular Exercise Helps To Slow Down
You probably already know that exercise can help us to live longer. Research has shown that walking 7,000…
NZ needs a retirement income strategy, not three separate debates – Bevan Graham
Gradually increasing contribution rates is a logical next step. As New Zealanders live longer and spend more years…