UNCOVERED: Kiwisaver | History Defined

NZ’s retirement debate: Will tinkering today spell more trouble tomorrow?

For generations of New Zealanders, a lifetime of work has come with the promise of a secure and happy retirement.

The Conversation · Jul 14

KiwiSaver payments have to rise – but earners shouldn’t be penalised if they can’t afford it

The 2020s haven’t exactly been a golden age for getting ahead.

The Conversation · Mar 31

The Iran crisis is hitting KiwiSaver balances – but market volatility can work for you too

As well as checking the news for updates on events in the Middle East, many New Zealanders are also nervously checking their KiwiSaver balances.

The Conversation · Mar 15

NZ Budget 2025: funding growth at the expense of pay equity for women could cost National in the long run

In 1936, when the National Party was created through a merger of the United and Reform parties, there was a recognition among the power brokers that attracting women’s votes was crucial.

The Conversation · May 22, 2025

KiwiSaver shakeup: private asset investment has risks that could outweigh the rewards

New Zealand’s superannuation is no longer enough to live on for the country’s retirees. Research has found people need hundreds of thousands in savings to live a comfortable life after work.

The Conversation · Feb 2, 2025

Coalition plan to give first home buyers access to super would benefit ‘those who already own housing’

Saul Eslake report finds plan would cause Australian property prices to rise at a faster rate

The Guardian - AU · Sep 18, 2024

Want NZ banking to be more competitive? Then make it easier to switch banks

The Commerce Commission’s banking market study has concluded more competition is required to reduce the profits of the big four banks. But the report suggests increasing competition may be ineffective unless customers are easily able and willing to switch between banks.

The Conversation · Aug 22, 2024

Owner beware: 4 reasons why selling part of Kiwibank could do more harm than good

To sell, or not to sell – that is the question various governments have asked since Kiwibank was established in 2002. Now it’s the turn of the current National-led coalition to examine the bank’s state ownership.

The Conversation · Aug 1, 2024

Know thyself, know thy finances: which of the 5 money personalities are you?

When it comes to money, are you a big spender or a fearful saver? Do you give away all your money or ignore financial demands until they become urgent?

The Conversation · Jun 18, 2023

NZ government in super tax backtrack

A policy to streamline tax treatment of New Zealand super providers has been killed after 24 hours when the government realised it would cost Kiwis millions.

AAP · Aug 31, 2022