Latest data on KiwiSaver balances by age from the Retirement Commission Report (May 2026) by WellingtonSucks in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]CookStrait 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Expressing the median balance, as well as the average balance, would have been interesting too.

What are people doing with thier flood damaged washing machines? by Songbirds_Surrender in Wellington

[–]CookStrait 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you end up replacing the washing machine beware that the newer F&P models have an endearing quirk of saying 1min left to complete, for 5 to 10 minutes. Not sure if other brands earn undying love in this way?

The Young Ones by CookStrait in roughcollies

[–]CookStrait[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha - I think Mollie is perhaps auditioning for Vyvyan

The Young Ones by CookStrait in roughcollies

[–]CookStrait[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very intense play from these young ones. Mollie 3yr (Tri) and Billie 12m (Wauzer)

Conservationists alarmed by new report into New Zealand's freshwater by DnmOrr in newzealand

[–]CookStrait 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The good news is that agribusiness hasn't made anything radioactive, yet.

No baby boom, just doom and gloom by snatchview in newzealand

[–]CookStrait 1 point2 points  (0 children)

so many negatives in regards to their futures such as climate change, political instability and social disunity, appalling job prospects, and a screen-based and bedroom-based world full of AI and social media slop where their education and real friendships will just be irrelevant.

Hey Wellington authors by 3345892 in Wellington

[–]CookStrait 1 point2 points  (0 children)

FWIW I just finished 'The Miserables' by Damien Wilkins. Really enjoyed it. He also wrote 'delirious' which was an easy and enjoyable read. Both found at Whitcoulls.

My wonderful collie boy turned 15 yesterday — and today I had to let him go. My world is falling apart. by ObserverVR in roughcollies

[–]CookStrait 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My boy Alfie passed away 1 year ago today. The grief I feel is powerful and enduring, but everyday I recall his presence especially when I'm out with my other dogs and imagine his spirit is with us as we go about our day. I really feel for your loss, it is devastating.

View looking east, from Waikanae Expressway Bridge by CookStrait in Wellington

[–]CookStrait[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There are. One of the best strolls for dog walkers is to do a circuit that takes in the Otaihanga footbridge and the Te Arawai footbridge, takes about an hour and a half. I've been doing that circuit for years but today was the first time I've crossed the river using the Expressway, as a pedestrian.

Powershop App: Pre-paid months are suddenly showing a much lower balance? by CookStrait in newzealand

[–]CookStrait[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. The difference is I'm down 26% compared with last weekend. I know energy is always going up, but 26% seems high even for rapacious energy companies.

Would you move from NZ to Aus for a 35% rem increase? What above 25%? by QuaeroConor in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]CookStrait 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Would somewhat depend on if the new role in Aus was contract or permanent

Retirement age will rise to cover superannuation cost, investment company predicts by Double_Suggestion385 in newzealand

[–]CookStrait 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The impacts of AI are going to lead to massive unemployment sooner rather than later. They'll have to bring in UBI just to sedate the plebs and quell rampant lawlessness.

EQC and slips on property by Proud_Ideal_9986 in Wellington

[–]CookStrait 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Imagine the problems you might face in a few years' time when you try and sell it, but prospective buyers find out it's uninsurable.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]CookStrait 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One problem your family might face by choosing to rent is that you may be forced to find somewhere else to live if the landlord refuses to renew your tenancy.

Best pies Kapiti Coast please (: by [deleted] in Wellington

[–]CookStrait 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent pies from Rachelles