Shane Te Pou: Supercharge KiwiSaver to secure NZ's financial future
OPINION: We’ve got to get more people into KiwiSaver from a young age and make it fairer.
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Summerset may ban non-residents receiving care in its hospitals
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Consumer NZ, retirement residents vs Metlifecare over repairs, maintenance
Consumer NZ, Retirement Village Residents Association complain about repairs, maintenance.
‘Too much change at once’: Ryman CEO Naomi James on $1b raise to cut debt
Weekly fees non-fixed, keeping 30% instead of 20%: Key Ryman changes from October 1, 2024.
Ayrburn owner Winton Land suffers profit drop
Luxury developer says downturn has been more severe and prolonged than expected.
Is it ever too late to start saving for retirement?
Relying on KiwiSaver solely can be a trap – especially if you are self-employed.
Neighbour opposing apartment block wins concession from Metlifecare
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‘Awful situation’: Edmund Hillary village residents complain about sinking hub
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‘Relevelling work’ at Remuera’s giant Edmund Hillary village centre, floors became uneven
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Opinion: Why KiwiSaver’s shift to private assets is a risky gamble
OPINION: Retirees need substantial savings for a comfortable life post-work.
Average household costs up 3% across the year. Who was hit hardest?
Inflation slowed down but some groups shouldered more of the burden.
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Dug down, walls now rising for $400m Mount Maunganui retirement village
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How much money do Kiwis need per week in retirement? Report reveals metro/provincial divide
Retirees' costs exceed NZ Super, needing extra income for stability.
Diana Clement: The simple rules to follow to maintain a cashed-up retirement
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‘Drinking, arguing, yelling’: Hamilton tenant evicted from retiree village
Epiha Nathan also parked in the driveway, blocking ambulances, tribunal says.
One crucial word was missed from NZX announcement: Summerset CEO
A word can change a meaning and that was the case with the NZX statement on Tuesday.
Kirk Hope: How to give yourself financial freedom in 2025
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The grey wave of Kiwis working past the conventional age of retirement
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