While Christmas for many is a time of fun, food, and family, for others it can be a huge source of stress. Many New Zealanders feel the added financial and social burden at this time of year, with mounting debt adding to already overstretched budgets and gift giving pressure. If festive thoughts are getting you down, here are 3 tips to help reduce stress for a stress-less Christmas holiday.

The festive season is a busy time of year and there’s a lot to think about. Gatherings with family and friends. Holiday traditions. Christmas shopping and gift-giving. With so much else going on, it’s important you take some time to check that you have the right financial protection to keep you and your family – and your possessions – safe over the festive season. Here are 3 reasons why insurance matters at this time of year.

There’s nothing better than Kiwi summertime, especially after a long, cold winter. Getting outdoors with family and friends, spending time at the beach, the Bach or around the BBQ. And summer’s a great time to tackle those DIY jobs you shelved during winter, plan and plant a new garden, or just enjoy time outdoors. But before you head out into the sun, here are 3 tips to keep you and your family safe this summer.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual worldwide campaign that aims to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer, and help educate about the importance of early detection.   women in New Zealand are diagnosed with breast cancer. If you’d like to get involved in helping spread awareness and raise funds this October, here are some ways you can show your support.

The start of a new year is a good opportunity to look at our finances with fresh eyes, and set goals for improving our financial wellbeing during the year ahead. Being financially fit means taking control of monthly financial obligations and day to day spending. Ensuring we have enough saved up to cover any unexpected financial emergencies. And making financial plans that enable us to do the things we enjoy. Here are 5 tips to help you get financially fit in 2022.

The festive season is a busy time of year and there’s a lot to think about. Gatherings with family and friends. Holiday traditions. Christmas shopping and gift-giving. With so much going on, it’s important you take some time to check that you have the right financial protection to keep you and your family – and your possessions – safe over the festive season. Here are 3 reasons why insurance is so important at this time of year.

Most families have special Christmas traditions that they take part in year after year. Things like decorating a Christmas tree, baking Christmas biscuits, grabbing a kiss under the mistletoe, or filling stockings for the kids. But have you ever wondered why we do some of the things we do at this time of year? Or what the meaning is behind our Christmas holiday traditions? Read on to find out the origin of some of our most popular Christmas traditions.

Starting the new year with Christmas debt is not something most of us look forward to. But unfortunately, it’s often the reality. To really enjoy the gift-giving season, without feeling guilt-ridden because of overspending, try setting up a Christmas budget that outlines how much you have to spend and who you’re going to spend it on, and then shop without going over budget. Here are some tips for budgeting for Christmas spending.

There’s nothing Kiwis like better than spending summer outdoors; at the beach, the Bach, or by the BBQ. And summer’s a great time for getting things done around the home too, with the fine weather an added incentive to get out and tackle the garden and those DIY jobs you’ve put off all winter. But before you head out, here are some safety reminders and our top tips for a super safe summer in New Zealand.

Warmer temperatures and more sunshine hours signal the beginning of spring, and for many of us, time to spring clean. A thorough spring clean of your home has a number of health benefits. Aside from helping strengthen your immune system and avoid illnesses, cleaning and organising the space you spend most of your time in can actually boost your mood and help you focus better. Here are five ways you can benefit from spring cleaning along with tips on what tasks to prioritise.