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Stats NZ gathering weekly grocery price data from comparison app Grosave
Stats NZ has arranged to collect weekly food price data from the grocery comparison app Grosave at the Treasury's request.
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Report suggests flexible NZ Super start dates could improve affordability
A report recommends allowing people to choose when they begin receiving NZ Super to make the system more affordable.
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New Zealand alcohol consumption falls to record low
Financial pressure is behind New Zealand's declining alcohol consumption, reaching a historic low point.
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Chicken becomes top protein choice for budget-conscious New Zealanders
Chicken has emerged as the preferred meat for New Zealanders managing tight household budgets.
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SuperGold card holders missing out on discounts
Many SuperGold card holders are not accessing discounts they are entitled to because businesses poorly promote the offers.
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Petrol prices ease despite Middle East tensions
Petrol prices have fallen despite conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Diesel price rise pushes New Zealand construction costs higher
Residential building costs rose 1.1% in the latest quarter as higher diesel prices increased fuel-intensive work like excavation and demolition.
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Young New Zealander on OE in Germany shares money struggles while job hunting
A young New Zealander in Germany details how they're managing financially while unemployed on their overseas experience, living frugally on savings and family support.
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Wellington social housing tenants face rent increases during council renovation programme
About 1000 social housing households in Wellington will see rent increases as the council carries out major renovations.
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New Zealand house price expectations have fallen sharply since summer
Kiwis' expectations for house prices have fallen significantly, with another bank not ruling out further declines.