Money
Creating a year-round garden at no cost
You may have heard of permaculture, how about hugelkultur? What actually are they and can they help you grow your own food without spending any money? Katy Gosset gets the answers at a community… Audio
Charging for returns: Is online shopping in for a shake-up?
Customers who want to return items bought online may face more charges, as some retailers - like clothing giant ASOS - add up the costs.
The Panel with Wendyl Nissen and Conor English (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Wendyl Nissen and Conor English discuss the collision of religion and politics over the Treaty Principles Bill, and the rich listers who want a… Audio
Surging markets push Super Fund to new high
Sharemarket returns were boosted by holdings in the 'magnificent seven' technology stocks, including Microsoft, Amazon, Tesla and Nvidia.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 9 September
On today's episode, The IRD is giving the encrypted details of up to half a million taxpayers to Facebook and other social media platforms, multiple times a month for marketing campaigns, The Dean of… Audio
The billionaire who backs a wealth tax
Mainfreight co-founder Bruce Plested is up for paying more tax, but says the rich fear governments will "squander" it. Audio
Mainfreight billionaire supports idea of wealth tax
One of the richest people in the country supports paying more tax, but says the super wealthy worry the government will waste any money it raises. Rich: The meaning of wealth in Aotearoa, is produced… Audio
IRD provides Facebook with encrypted details of taxpayers for marketing campaigns
The IRD is giving the encrypted details of up to half a million taxpayers to Facebook and other social media platforms, multiple times a month for marketing campaigns. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid… Audio
The NZ company that saw its share price jump 900% in a year
Prices have moved a lot for some shares - but does property still give a better return?
Retiree calls for pension 'top-up' for those unable to save
Helen is facing retirement with just $1000 in savings. "Much of my life was spent caring for others," he says.
Liam Dann: Low petrol prices, high business confidence
The global financial market has taken a hit this week, but it comes with a silver lining for motorists as oil prices have slumped to their lowest level this year - does that mean petrol savings are on… Audio
The Panel with Selwyn Manning & Lynda Hallinan (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Selwyn Manning & Lynda Hallinan discuss a possible Capital Gains Tax, and the state of gun law in Aotearoa. Selwyn Manning is Managing Director & a… Audio
How Much Should You Have In Your Kiwisaver
Since KiwiSaver launched in 2007 more than 110 billion dollars has been invested in the scheme. But, of course, everyone contributes differently and has different goals for their savings. So how does… Audio
FENZ runs out of money for gas monitors
Fire and Emergency has run out of money to give firefighters more lifesaving gas monitors with the project only half done. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
What should your KiwiSaver balance be at your age?
The retirement savings scheme has become a key part of many Kiwis' financial lives since its launch. Here's what other people have saved.
Five things to know about the first annual grocery report
Prices are high, competition is tricky - and what's Bin Inn got to do with anything?
What does the report into the grocery sector mean for shoppers?
The Commerce Commission issued its first annual grocery report and it was grim reading for anyone who was hoping to see major change in the supermarket sector. But what does it all mean for… Audio
Child support roulette
Child support arrears and penalties sit at nearly a billion dollars. That's comparatively good news, according to the tax department. Audio
Govt must act to break supermarket duopoly - consumer watchdog
Even more drastic change than the grocery commissioner's plans to ramp up regulation and enforcement is needed, Consumer NZ says
Are things looking up for retailers at last?
Things were bad in August, but not quite as bad as July.
