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Win some, lose some with GST
Prices on some household items have risen more than double the cost of yesterday's GST increase - despite many retailers choosing to take a hit.
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Tax changes: The five big questions
Thomas Pippos answers the top questions about changes to the tax system.
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<i>Factbox:</i> How tomorrow's tax changes could affect you
All you need to know about tomorrow's GST hike
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Most Kiwis will have a few dollars more tomorrow
The "GST-income tax switch" will from tomorrow leave the vast majority of income earners with at least a few more dollars in their pockets each week.
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Use tax cut cash to pay off debts, experts say
The average family will be about $18 a week better off from Friday - but the experts advise not to go and spend it.
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Labour's GST policy - readers react
Labour's move to axe GST on fruit and vegetables if elected has sparked heated debate, with mixed views on the policy's benefits.
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More and less as the tax rules change
Most Kiwis will get more money in their pockets from Friday, when the Government's tax cuts take effect.
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Do you think firms have used the GST rise as an excuse to lift prices?
Will businesses take advantage of Friday's rise in GST from 12.5pc to 15pc?
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Majority expect big GST impact on household spending - survey
Businesses are concerned that the GST rise will dampen down already weak consumer confidence.
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Raise prices to cope with GST hike says hospitality boss
Bar and restaurant owners are being advised to put prices up next Friday to compensate for the GST increase coming into force.