Farmers have felt the impact of the US Government’s tariff policies
Farmers are a reliable base of support for Trump: US counties that most heavily rely on farming supported…
Maternity swab left inside woman after birth; HDC ‘highly critical’ of Health NZ mistake
Six weeks later, it was found by the GP, who removed what smelled “like a dead body”. Findings…
Why financial relief never came for New Zealanders in 2025 – The Prosperity Project podcast
Verry told The Prosperity Project that the key differentiator often isn’t income – it’s debt levels. He recalls…
AI is writing performance reviews. What could go wrong?
“I’d feel pretty bad if an AI just wholesale read everything that I wrote, looked at everything I…
Mum’s double lung transplant a lifesaving gift from a stranger
When NZME visited Carruthers at her home in Halcombe, Manawatū, in February, her rare lung condition had deteriorated…
Fraud and double-dipping as KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals spike
“I think it’s concerning because behind every application is a person, a New Zealand family who’s struggling to…
Relief teacher Graham Reinheimer censured after students record him bragging about sexual endeavors
“It was a long time ago. The woman I’m with at the moment, I mean, I quite like…
The Luxon family gets rates relief after challenging luxury Waiheke property valuation
Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Residents have received a fast revaluation service from the council relative to other…
Forget interest rates, here’s the real key to getting mortgage-free faster
In fact, over 30 years at an average interest rate of 6% you can end up paying double…
Government energy plan unlikely to cut power bills, expert warns
But while some of the Government’s plans were good, Octopus Energy chief customer officer Margaret Cooney said she…
Court of Appeal rejects Angus McKenzie’s $5m claim against ASB Bank over $18 dispute
McKenzie claimed a further $1.5m spread over three more grievances in which he alleged fraud and theft, missing…
Cost-of-living relief: Why car insurance premiums are easing
Vehicle insurance premiums increased 23.7% in the year to June last year, while wages and salaries only rose…