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Matthew Hooton: The case for abolishing regional councils in NZ
OPINION: Japan has 13 zones, while NZ has more than 1000, adding complexity and cost.
Bryce Wilkinson: A response to sincerely held concerns about the Regulatory Standards Bill
OPINION: Parliament hears submissions this week on the bill.
Mary Holm: The ways to make your cash last in retirement
OPINION: Renting can be a better option than owning your own home.
Editorial: Qantas cyber attack a timely reminder for individuals and businesses to protect data
OPINION: Cyber criminals are getting smarter and we need to be too.
Matthew Hooton: NZ Super needs to be cut now
OPINION: Don’t laugh at the disastrous US fiscal outlook – we’re set to outdo them.
Roger Partridge: The Dutch lessons NZ needs for regulatory reform
OPINION: Dutch workers produce 51% more output while working 300 fewer hours annually.
Cecilia Robinson: Come on, The Warehouse, do better. Just apologise
OPINION: The ASA upheld complaints against The Warehouse's ad for reinforcing stereotypes.
Richard Prebble: How Fiji's path to equality could guide NZ reforms
OPINION: Fiji's 2013 Constitution ended the race-based electoral system.
Sasha Borissenko: Regulatory Standards Bill undermines democratic process
OPINION: Some 88% of 22,821 submissions opposed the bill outright.
Cecilia Robinson: Australia leads on age tech – now it's New Zealand's turn
OPINION: Age estimation can be off by 18 months, posing some challenges.
Liam Dann: Never mind the swear words, our politicians need to raise the quality of debate
OPINION: Blaming the Government for high butter prices makes no sense.
Fran O'Sullivan: Luxon shines on global stage but has work to do at home
Luxon's international meetings included French President Macron and EU President von der Leyen.
Mary Holm: Do landlord losses mean rents need to rise?
OPINION: Expenses are higher than rent for some but many are doing it for capital gain.
Matthew Hooton: Why Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize
OPINION: Hate him for everything else, but there’s no doubt he's made the world safer.
Richard Prebble: How history warns against the Greens' fiscal ambitions
OPINION: The party has proposed a radical overhaul of New Zealand's tax system.
Liam Dann: The upside to this painfully slow economic recovery
OPINION: This recovery is making us sweat, but that might be a good thing in the long run.
The Ex-Files: I want to revalue our home before a Family Court hearing and have my child give evidence too
OPINION: The court discourages involving children in disputes, to protect their welfare.
Nadine Higgins: Alternative ways to get on the property ladder
Prices and interest rates have fallen, offering a window to buy homes now.
Bruce Cotterill: Is it time to reassess our independence?
OPINION: The big challenges for the country are not going away.
Mary Holm: Embracing non-financial investments for a happier retirement
OPINION: Developing hobbies and exercising are part of a fulfilling retirement.
Bridget Snelling: How financial education can transform NZ's small-business landscape
OPINION: Improving financial literacy is vital for New Zealand's small businesses to grow.
Matthew Hooton: Unlucky Luxon’s popularity hits new low
OPINION: Even good GDP news suggests the economic recovery has already peaked.
Roger Partridge: This inquiry could redefine how we measure public service success in New Zealand
OPINION: What do billions in government spending actually achieve?
Richard Prebble: How Labour can revive its fortunes with fresh leadership
OPINION: Labour's current strategy lacks clear policies and relies on coalition issues.
Sasha Borissenko: Legal insights from the Siouxsie Wiles case
OPINION: The cost of doubling down.
The Ex-Files: How to access KiwiSaver funds after separation
OPINION: I can't afford to pay out my ex-partner – what can I do?
Diana Clement: How a mindset shift can unlock financial success
OPINION: A can-do mindset helps people do better with the same resources.