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14 January 2026
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New Zealand students will learn financial education in school from 2026 from Years 0 to 10. Find out what your child will learn about money, compound interest and budgeting – plus free tools to suppor…
15 December 2025
Reading time: 4 minutes
In our series exploring people’s real experiences with money, Eliza shares how she found a balance between spending and saving – allowing her to buy her first home in her 20s while still spending on t…
25 November 2025
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In our series exploring people’s real experiences with money, Matt shares how a shift in priorities has helped him grow from a spender to a saver.
20 October 2025
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In our series exploring people’s real experiences with money, Sophia reveals how her savings empowered her to leave a toxic job, leading to a better one and a pay rise!
8 October 2025
Reading time: 4 minutes
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