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Wellington mayoral candidate ordered to pay ex worker almost $30k
The ERA found Graham Bloxham deducted PAYE tax from an employer but there was no evidence he paid the money to the IRD.
Pricey butter pulling up food bills - but there may be some relief in sight
Increases in dairy prices are pulling up overall food bills.
The return of the property investor - but why?
Property is still seen as a "trusted" asset class for investors. Audio
'Dramatic shift' that could leave KiwiSaver members better off
The proportion of KiwiSaver in funds with high volatility has quadrupled in three years.
'200 years to pay back debt': The cost of leaving abusive relationships
One woman had to save up money for ten years before she was able to leave her abusive relationship.
Woman found she was added to husband's loan when asked to repay it
The woman was one of 1469 complaints to Financial Services Complaints Ltd in the year to 30 June.
What would happen if a KiwiSaver provider failed?
NZ's KiwiSaver schemes have different protections for members, which should prevent the kind of investment losses seen after the failure of a Australian superannuation provider.
Health insurance crunch prompts call for tax break
A third of New Zealanders have health insurance and another 27 percent say they previously had it but no longer do. Audio
Is it worth paying a real estate agent to sell your house?
You might pay a real estate agent $30,000 by the time it's all over. So what do you get? Audio
Former IRD employee loses ERA claim following comments about free period products
The Employment Relations Authority found Inland Revenue's policy to provide products in male and female bathrooms did not disadvantage Christine Massof.
A radical tax plan to avoid an economic 'car crash'
The idea proposed by a former finance minister and an economist would have you paying into savings rather than tax.
Bank failure compensation scheme begins - what you need to know
Explainer - New Zealand's depositor compensation scheme takes effect from Tuesday. Here's what you need to know.
Investor takes on salespeople over 'cashflow positive' advertising
A high-profile property investor says he's found instances where claims were made that did not stack up.
KiwiSaver members' last chance to get $521 government contribution
This year's Budget meant the government will halve its maximum annual contribution to $260.72 for the next KiwiSaver year, which starts after Monday.
You can DIY your KiwiSaver, but should you?
Investors now want more connection and control over their funds.
Will I have to pay for my wife's care? Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
One job, 1000 applicants: Jobseekers' battle not improving
One woman told RNZ she is at breaking point after applying for jobs for over a year. Audio
IRD asks about capital gains tax, higher GST
Government spending will exceed revenue by 2061 prompting the IRD to look at the tax system.
What's going on with home loan applications?
Mortgage brokers say banks are struggling to keep up with the more active property market.
Warning insurance 'white lies' can have big repercussions
A couple who tried to get two different instances of car damage fixed in one insurance claim had their claim declined and insurance cancelled.
Are coffee prices heading down? Don't hold your breath
Global coffee prices might have fallen but there's a warning that it might not mean you pay any less in your local cafe.