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Treasury papers show no easy fix to keeping NZ Super affordable

Economists warn that Treasury analysis reveals difficult choices ahead for keeping New Zealand's pension spending sustainable.

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New Treasury papers have highlighted the challenges facing policymakers in keeping New Zealand's superannuation system affordable. Economists say there is no straightforward solution to the problem. Options being considered include raising the retirement age, though analysis suggests it would need to increase substantially to achieve affordability.

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Who will pay the price to keep NZ Super affordable?

Economists say two new Treasury papers make it clear there's no easy fix to keep New Zealand's pension affordable.

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