KiwiSaver is undergoing some reforms, and former Mercury head Fraser Whineray is hoping to make it more competitive with Australia. 

The new changes are set to kick in this week, with the default contribution rate for both employees and employers rising from 3 percent to 3.5 percent.

Whineray explained how these changes will benefit Kiwis in the long run.

LISTEN ABOVE

KiwiSaver is undergoing some reforms, and former Mercury head Fraser Whineray is hoping to make it more competitive with Australia.&nbsp;
The new changes are set to kick in this week, with the default contribution rate for both employees and employers rising from 3 percent to 3.5 percent.
Whineray explained how these changes will benefit Kiwis in the long run.
LISTEN ABOVE

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Fraser Whineray: KiwiSaver expert on the new changes set to kick in this week

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/6b369c02-2ac7-4402-bd64-b41d007726d5/transcript

Three people have been arrested in connection with a suspected foiled bomb attack outside the Bank of America's headquarters in Paris.

An initial suspect was detained at the scene after he placed an explosive device, and two more have since been arrested in connection with the attack.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says investigations are taking place, and authorities are warning people this could be linked to Iran.

LISTEN ABOVE

Three people have been arrested in connection with a suspected foiled bomb attack outside the Bank of America's headquarters in Paris.
An initial suspect was detained at the scene after he placed an explosive device, and two more have since been arrested in connection with the attack.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says investigations are taking place, and authorities are warning people this could be linked to Iran.
LISTEN ABOVE

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on three being arrested in France following failed bomb attack

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/706d70f4-8d00-4834-b722-b41d0078c136/transcript

The Brent crude oil price is on track for a record surge as the conflict in the Middle East continues.

Oil prices have been climbing all month as a result of the conflict and experts have raised concerns.

Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explained further.

LISTEN ABOVE

The Brent crude oil price is on track for a record surge as the conflict in the Middle East continues.
Oil prices have been climbing all month as a result of the conflict and experts have raised concerns.
Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explained further.
LISTEN ABOVE

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on oil prices surging as Iran war continues

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/27b77d0c-5a0a-4543-a8c0-b41d007522f7/transcript

The Government's looking at ways to keep hold of even more fuel than legally required. 

Fuel stocks have risen as of last Wednesday, with 27.9 days of petrol, 21.7 of diesel and 25.3 of jet fuel in the country. 

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Government's now exploring more options to guard against supply risks

"We want to be prepared if the worst happens and they can't get enough fuel for New Zealand." 

LISTEN ABOVE

The Government's looking at ways to keep hold of even more fuel than legally required.&nbsp;
Fuel stocks have risen as of last Wednesday, with 27.9 days of petrol, 21.7 of diesel and 25.3 of jet fuel in the country.&nbsp;
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Government's now exploring more options to guard against supply risks
"We want to be prepared if the worst happens and they can't get enough fuel for New Zealand."&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's plan to secure more fuel security amid ongoing conflict

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/b8437daa-7063-4912-973b-b41d007178a5/transcript

Fraser Whineray: KiwiSaver expert on the new changes set to kick in this week

In 1 playlist(s)

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips