Tag: kiwisaver
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Seymour Accuses Greens of Hypocrisy Over 284,000-Job Economic Plan
ACT leader says the Greens celebrate job creators leaving New Zealand, while the Greens say their plan would create 284,000 jobs over four years.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessElectionEconomyOther PartiesEmployment and LaborGeneral PoliticsScience & Technology David SeymourACT New ZealandGreen PartyMarama DavidsonKiwisavertax policyChlöe SwarbrickNew Zealand economyjob creationresearch and developmentInvestment Boost
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National Pledges Five Commitments in First 100 Days to Bring Young Kiwis Home
A re-elected National Government would legislate five commitments in its first 100 days, including lower student loan repayments, wider first home buyer access and extended paid parental leave.
Politics and GovernmentElectionGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborReal EstateEducation Nicola WillisNew Zealand National Partystudent loan repaymentfirst home buyerspaid parental leaveKiwiSaverNew Zealand electionNZ National Party
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Labour and Greens Attack ACT's Fiscal Plan as Seymour Denies Disability Cuts
ACT says its plan cuts debt by $12.4 billion with no new taxes, while Labour's Barbara Edmonds warns of $9.5 billion in cuts and 48,000 more people out of work.
Politics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborElectionGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesSocial IssuesEnergyBusinessFinancial Markets New Zealand Labour PartyBarbara EdmondsNational PartyACT Partyspending cutssuperannuationdisability supportDavid SeymourACT New ZealandFiscal PlanJobseeker SupportCarbon Tax RefundQiulae WongGreen PartyChlöe SwarbrickKiwiSaverdisabled peopleChristopher Luxonpublic service cutsNew Zealand electiongovernment debttax cuts
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Labour Pushes Cost of Living Plan as National and ACT Accuse It of Rewriting History
Labour says a typical Auckland family with two children pays $6,302 more a year under National, while National says Labour's $18 billion of unfunded promises would cost households $2,263 a year in extra tax.
Politics and GovernmentEconomyOther PartiesLabour PartyElectionGeneral PoliticsFinancial MarketsSocial IssuesTransportationEmployment and LaborEnergyEducationAgricultureHealth David SeymourACT New Zealandcost of livinginflationReserve BankKiwiSaverSimeon BrownNew Zealand National PartyNew Zealand Labour PartyOfficial Cash RateFamilyBoostNZ National PartyKieran McAnultyChristopher LuxonNational Partyelection campaignAucklandprescription chargesChris HipkinsWinston Peterspublic transport faresCost of Living Action PlanMedicardfuel taxschool lunchesFederated Farmersrural school busesGreg Andersonfarmingfuel tax freeze
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ACT Launches KiwiSaver Calculator to Show Impact of 'No Tax on KiwiSaver Earnings' Plan
ACT says a 20-year-old builder would have $209,486 more in KiwiSaver by 65 under its plan to remove tax on qualifying investment earnings, and has launched a calculator for voters.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessOther PartiesEconomyElectionFinancial Markets ACT New ZealandKiwiSaverDavid SeymourNo Tax On KiwiSaver Earningsretirement savingsRichard Prebble
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Luxon Pledges No New Taxes, Compulsory KiwiSaver in Re-election Pitch
National Leader Christopher Luxon commits to no new taxes, compulsory KiwiSaver with a $1500 Baby Boost, and extended paid parental leave if re-elected on November 7.
Politics and GovernmentElectionGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationLaw EnforcementEmployment and Labor Christopher LuxonNew Zealand National PartyNew Zealand election 2026KiwiSaverpaid parental leavetax policyNew Zealand economyNZ National Party
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New report calls for lobbying law after 36 insider interviews
Swimming in a Sea of It: Wellington researchers say well-connected interests get earlier access to decision-makers, and propose a Regulation of Lobbying Act
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial IssuesHealth lobbyingMax RashbrookeLisa MarriottVictoria University of WellingtonSwimming in a Sea of Itpolicy capturevested-interest lobbyingRegulation of Lobbying ActLobbying CommissionIntegrity Commissionrevolving doorOfficial Information ActContainer Deposit Return Schemefolic acid fortificationSmokefree GenerationWaikato medical schoolMike SmithSkyCity convention centreKiwiSavertransparencyWellington
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Winston Peters Accuses National of Copying NZ First Policies
Winston Peters says the "Copy Nats" have cut and pasted NZ First's supermarket duopoly breakup policy, adding to a growing list of copied policies.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesEconomyElection Winston PetersNew Zealand FirstNational Partysupermarket duopolyCommerce CommissionKiwiSaverNew Zealand politicsNZ First
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Labour Pledges to Strengthen KiwiSaver with Compulsory Employer Contributions
Labour promises compulsory employer KiwiSaver contributions rising to 6 percent by 2032, a 4 percent employee default, and extended contributions for parents on paid parental leave and workers over 65.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyEconomyEmployment and LaborElection KiwiSaverNew Zealand Labour PartyChris HipkinsBarbara Edmondsretirement savingspaid parental leaveemployer contributions
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KiwiSaver Balances Soar Past $40,000, FMA Emphasizes Governance
New Zealand's KiwiSaver scheme sees average balances exceed $40,000 for the first time, with total funds reaching $138.8 billion. The 2026 Annual Report from the FMA highlights the critical role of good governance as the scheme matures.
BusinessEconomyFinancial MarketsEmployment and LaborLegalEducation KiwiSaverFinancial Markets AuthorityRetirement SavingsInvestmentGovernanceFinancial ServicesNZ Financial Markets Authority
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National Party Proposes Student Loan Reforms for NZ Graduates
A re-elected National Government plans to cut student loan repayment rates for graduates staying in New Zealand, while introducing stricter measures for overseas defaulters, aiming to retain talent and ensure fairness in loan repayment.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationGeneral PoliticsNational PartyEconomyEmployment and Labor Student LoansGraduatesNicola WillisEconomic PolicyKiwiSaverNZ National PartyElection
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National Government Proposes Compulsory KiwiSaver and Expanded Benefits
A re-elected National Government plans to make KiwiSaver compulsory for all workers by 2028, introduce a $1500 'Baby Boost' for newborns, and extend contributions for parents on leave and workers over 65, aiming for greater financial security.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsNational PartyEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues National GovernmentKiwiSaverFinancial SecurityRetirement SavingsPaid Parental LeaveChristopher Luxon
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National Proposes Compulsory KiwiSaver and Enhanced Financial Security Measures
New Zealand's National Government plans to make KiwiSaver compulsory for all workers by 2028, introduce a $1500 'Baby Boost' for newborns, and extend contributions for parents on leave and workers over 65, aiming for greater financial security.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessNational PartyEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues KiwiSaverNational GovernmentFinancial SecurityRetirement SavingsChristopher LuxonParental Leave
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KiwiSaver Contribution Hike Benefits 99.5% of Members, Boosts Retirement Security
New Zealand's KiwiSaver scheme sees 99.5% of contributors embrace increased rates, boosting retirement savings. Finance Minister Nicola Willis highlights enhanced financial security and potential for first home purchases for hundreds of thousands of Kiwis.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues KiwiSaverRetirement SavingsNicola WillisContribution RatesFinancial SecurityFirst Home BuyersNew Zealand Government
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Green Party Alleges Nearly $500 Million KiwiSaver Hole in Budget 2026
The Green Party claims Budget 2026 has a nearly $500 million unfunded hole for public service KiwiSaver contributions. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick alleges this will lead to cuts in essential services, challenging Minister Nicola Willis to reveal the funding details.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Green PartyBudget 2026KiwiSaverPublic ServiceChlöe SwarbrickNicola WillisGovernment FinanceElection
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports Shifts in Top Power Companies, KiwiSaver Providers, and Robot Vacuum Recommendations
Consumer NZ reports a shake-up in New Zealand's top-rated power companies, with last year's leaders acquired. It also identified top KiwiSaver providers, robot vacuums to avoid, and analyzed the grocery sector's ongoing competition issues.
BusinessScience & TechnologyHealthEconomyFinancial MarketsEnergyRoboticsMedical ScienceLegal Power CompaniesKiwiSaverConsumer SatisfactionRobot VacuumsGrocery SectorProduct ReviewsConsumer NZ
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New Zealand First Unveils Key Policies: Compulsory KiwiSaver and BNZ Buy-Back
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters announced new policies for the 2026 election, including compulsory KiwiSaver at birth and buying back BNZ. He criticized globalist influences, loose immigration, and defended free speech, positioning the party as nationalist and conservative.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesElectionClimate Change Winston PetersNew Zealand First2026 ElectionKiwiSaverBank of New ZealandImmigration PolicyNew Zealand PoliticsNZ First
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New Zealand First Unveils Compulsory KiwiSaver at Birth and BNZ Buy-Back Plan
New Zealand First proposes compulsory KiwiSaver at birth with a $1000 Crown contribution and plans to buy back BNZ, merging it with Kiwibank to form a new "National Bank of New Zealand" to boost economic sovereignty.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyBankingFinancial MarketsEmployment and LaborElection New Zealand FirstWinston PetersKiwiSaverBNZKiwibankNational Bank of New ZealandEconomic PolicyNZ First
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David Boyle Appointed New Retirement Commissioner
David Boyle, with extensive experience in retirement savings and financial education, has been appointed as New Zealand's new Retirement Commissioner for a three-year term.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsEducation Retirement CommissionerDavid BoyleCameron BrewerKiwiSaverFinancial EducationRetirement Savings
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KiwiSaver Shows Resilience with $123 Billion Under Management
KiwiSaver's annual report reveals a 10% growth in funds, reaching $123 billion, driven by contributions and investment returns, despite economic challenges and a rise in non-contributing members.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsEmployment and LaborState Governments KiwiSaverFinancial Markets AuthoritySamantha Barrassretirement savingsinvestmentfinancial wellbeingAucklandNZ Financial Markets Authority
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Toddler Death, Soldier's Espionage
RNZ reports a toddler died of sepsis after hospital discharge, prompting criticism. A soldier admitted leaking sensitive data, and primary teachers are protesting stalled pay talks.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessSportMedical ScienceEducationEconomyLaw Enforcement RNZsepsisGisborne Hospitalmilitary informationprimary teachersKiwiSaverNewtownRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Pipe Bombs Found Near Body in Auckland
Radio New Zealand reports that pipe bombs were found near a body in Auckland. Also, hardship withdrawals from KiwiSaver accounts have boomed, and Westpac Bank stopped millions in unwanted charges.
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports Regulatory Standards Bill concerns, poverty increase
RNZ reports that another government agency is warning that the costs to comply with the Regulatory Standards Bill could be significant. Also, a family is eating only rice to pay bills as poverty rises.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesBusinessWorldSportEconomyEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsFilm and TVLegal Regulatory Standards BillDavid SeymourPovertyWaiuku crashKiwiSaverAir IndiaRadio New Zealand
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Federated Farmers Petition for KiwiSaver Access for Young Farmers
Federated Farmers launches a petition urging the Government to change KiwiSaver rules, allowing young farmers to use their savings to buy farms, livestock, or homes, aiming to boost their careers.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAgricultureEconomy Federated FarmersKiwiSaverRichard McIntyreNational FieldaysPetitionFarmingGovernment
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Book Vandalism, Rugby Camp, and More
Radio New Zealand is covering a range of stories, including book vandalism in Hamilton, Auckland FC's elimination, and a Māori-driven rugby camp gaining global recognition.
MediaSportBusinessWorldWeatherSocial IssuesAustralasiaDigital and Print PublishingRugbyEconomyAgricultureDisastersTransportation book vandalismSteve CoricaKiwiSaverChristchurchHannah ZwartzTroy NathanRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Covers KiwiSaver Changes, Police Plea in Murder Case
RNZ reports on potential KiwiSaver gains, a police appeal for information in a murder case, and a correction to claims about youth suicide rates in New Zealand.
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Government Announces Spending Cuts
RNZ reports the New Zealand coalition government has cut $5.3 billion in spending for each of the next four years, with savings from pay equity and KiwiSaver changes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSportWorldFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborRugby Government SpendingBudget CutsKiwiSaverNicola WillisPay EquityFinanceRNZ News
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KiwiSaver Changes in Budget 2025 to Boost Retirement Savings for Many
New Zealand's Budget 2025 brings changes to KiwiSaver, increasing employee and employer contributions while adjusting government contributions, impacting retirement savings for various groups.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomy KiwiSaverBudget 2025Retirement CommissionerJane WrightsonRetirement IncomeFinance
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Labour Leader Slams Budget as Detrimental to Women and Young People
Chris Hipkins criticizes the budget for prioritizing tax cuts over essential services, impacting women's pay and reducing retirement savings for young people.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesEconomyLabour PartyEmployment and LaborFinancial Markets Chris HipkinsNicola WillisChristopher LuxonKiwiSaverAusterityGovernment Spending
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Budget 2025 Prioritizes Economic Growth, Says ACT Leader
ACT Leader David Seymour praises Budget 2025 for prioritizing economic growth through savings, investment, and reduced red tape, contrasting it with alternative spending plans.
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