Money
Thrift Season 5 Trailer
Thrift is back with more money saving hints and hacks! Katy Gosset meets a savvy student who's teaching others how to eat better for less and visits an award-winning student flat garden. She gleans… Audio
The Panel with Andie McCombs and Kirsty Cameron Part 2
Is cash still king? NZ First thinks so, with a members bill looking to protect its use for all stores selling goods worth under $500. The panel speaks to a banking expert. Then, they head to Wanaka… Audio
Federated Farmers complaint against banks dismissed
The complaint alleged five banks were co-ordinating their agricultural lending with Net-Zero Banking Alliance strategies.
'Out of control' costs force airline to close services
In September the airline will stop flying between Blenheim and Christchurch, and Christchurch and Wanaka. Audio
Labour, National point fingers as inflation jumps to 12-month high
The opposition says it shows cost of living is still a problem, but Nicola Willis is claiming victory. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 21st July 2025
In today's episode, more expensive food, rents and power prices have driven inflation to a 12-month high; Hamilton police are still looking for the people and weapons involved in a deadly brawl in… Audio
Pay rise for Kmart workers
Deputy secretary for retail at Workers First said he believed the new agreement put them among the highest-paid retail chain workers in the country.
Inflation hits 12-month high
More expensive food, rents and power prices have driven inflation to a 12-month high. Business editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Inflation predicted to hit 12-month high
The spike is expected to push the September quarter to three percent, but that will be only temporary. Audio
'Difficult conversations' for bosses if staff chat about pay
A bill that looks set to pass is going to leave some employers answering uncomfortable questions, experts say.
Tasman's new rain radar location yet to be decided, MetService says
The weekend announcement of a new rain radar came after years of campaigning, with the region considered a national blank spot. Audio
IKEA cagey about opening date for first NZ store this year
The Swedish furniture giant has already employed 85 of the 500 staff it needs in Auckland.
Will Working for Families changes leave people worse off?
The government's mulling over a quarterly assessment of eligibility to help avoid families getting into debt.
What's the cheapest way to heat your home?
The cost of heating your home makes up about a third of what you pay for power each month.
Is an inheritance relationship property - Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Why New Zealand First wants to require businesses to accept cash
Explainer - A member's bill put forward by New Zealand First would require businesses to accept cash as payment. Here's what you need to know. Audio
Rise in insurance complaints linked to cost-of-living crisis
People paying higher premiums for insurance may be expecting more from their policies in return and being disappointed when they don't get it.
Alcohol lobby group on cancer warnings on alcohol
New Zealand wine brand Villa Maria putting cancer warning labels on its wines exported to Ireland, but in New Zealand industry lobby group the Alcoholic Beverages Council doesn't want the cancer… Audio
Farmers blame supermarkets over butter prices
Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean says while the market always fluctuates, consumers are often missing out when prices do drop. Audio