London v Auckland – how the cost of living compares
London remains the most popular spot for Kiwis looking to experience life overseas – despite the cost of…
Why Christmas BBQ could be a ‘pretty expensive endeavour’
Higher food prices could have New Zealanders rethinking their Christmas meal plans — and a barbecue is likely…
New calls to scrap Basic State Pension and pay everyone equal amounts
The UK Government is being urged to move everyone to the New State Pension and increase the weekly…
Why more Kiwis are choosing to go to Australia
A 27-year-old says his decision to move from Whangārei to Melbourne was “painfully easy” as it meant a…
3 million households in water debt as affordability crisis deepens
Nearly one in five bill payers across England and Wales have been unable to afford their water charges…
South lights hopes of ‘early signs’ of recovery in property market
The housing market remains “broadly flat” with home values across New Zealand dropping 0.8%, according to new figures.…
Study finds Thais the ‘burden-bearers of ASEAN’ as expenses rise but incomes stagnate
Despite a slight rise in Thailand’s consumer confidence index in 2025, Thai households remain in “cautious spending…
Pensioners can claim two benefits which boost annual income to nearly £18,000
Older people on a low income or living with a health condition could be due extra financial help…
I’m a boomer – half of my generation is barely surviving on state pensions
I have friends selling their homes and cars to stay afloat. It’s tempting to attack an entire cohort,…
I’m 73 and trapped on a frozen pension – I’m losing out on £900 a month
Paul Kelsey is among thousands of retirees whose private pensions do not keep up with the cost of…
Older people living on their own could be due annual State Pension boost of £4,300
Pension Credit claims can be backdated by up to three months and unlock access to other financial support.…
Full list of New and Basic State Pension weekly payments due from April
Pensioners will see an increase of up to £574 next year under the Triple Lock. 07:37, 04 Nov…