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Olive oil up 84%, eggs up 80% - The aftermath of the food price spike
Inflation has settled, but prices aren't back where they were.
Budgeting services using own funds after govt cuts
Some budgeting services facing closure after missing out on government funding are using their own reserves to pay for clients still being referred to them by state agencies for free sessions. Amy… Audio
How many borrowers have 'fix regret'?
Anyone who took to heart the Reserve Bank's indication it was considering another rate increase could have been left frustrated.
Data shows pace of food price inflation slows
Food prices have been one of many things squeezing household budgets over the past few years. But data in recent months has shown the pace of food price inflation has fallen away - and in some cases… Audio
Over-65s spending almost entire pension on sky-high rent
Some are spending up to 95 percent of their superannuation on rent. Audio
MSD refers clients to services facing closure over cuts
Some services are now using their own reserves to pay for the clients: "We will not turn anyone away."
Car maintenance and repairs we can do ourselves
When the wheels come off the weekly budget, its often car repairs that are to blame. So what kind of maintenance do we need to do and how much of it can we do ourselves ? Katy Gosset talks to the AA… Audio
Consultation on open banking, open electricity begins
Open banking is expected to be the first cab off the rank, with a view of it being operational by the end of 2025.
How far have interest rates really fallen?
August has been the month of cuts. Here's how they've stacked up.
How bids to build casinos in New Zealand and Australia saved Donald Trump's career
An unlikely partnership between the self-promoting New York tycoon and the publicity-shy Hong Kong billionaires was forged decades ago in bids to build casinos in north Queensland and New Zealand.
Ask Susan: Can a solo mum buy a house?
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Are supermarket loyalty cards good value?
When you do your supermarket shopping, you've probably noticed discounts that are only available to loyalty card members. Whether it's Everyday Rewards member pricing at Woolworths or Clubcard pricing… Audio
Who are the winners (and losers) of supermarket member pricing?
Are member prices the best deals? And are non-members paying more?
Have we hit 'peak bad' for the economy?
How can businesses be feeling so positive? Commentators say it may be because things just can't get worse.
The Panel with Mark Sainsbury & Sue Bradford (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Mark Sainsbury & Sue Bradford discuss changes to Auckland's Local Alcohol Plan - no booze from the botteshop after 9PM. Plus - is it right for the… Audio
The history of the living wage
Lyndy McInyre has dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of low wage workers... A long-time community organiser.. in 2011 she was a part of a social movement to address "in-work poverty"… Audio
Meridian Energy boss denies profiteering after $429m profit
The chief executive says Minister Shane Jones is wrong and they've been investing in business despite paying out millions in dividends. Audio
Student renters 'desperate for change'
A group of young women are fighting to get money owed by their former landlord after the tenancy tribunal ruled they were living in an unhealthy home. Charlotte Mulder reports. Audio
'Higher income' doesn't mean much - financial coach
Higher-income families would usually qualify for less government support and the support available for those with only one child cut out at relatively low income levels, a financial coach says.