Most Kiwis think KiwiSaver is something you use before retirement. But the reality is very different. 👉 KiwiSaver after 65 in NZ can be one of the best tools you have for generating retirement income. And with people living longer than ever in New Zealand, how you use your KiwiSaver account in retirement matters just as much as how you built it. If used properly, it gives you flexibility, tax efficiency, and ongoing growth - all in one place.

You might have noticed more comments in the news recently - KiwiSaver is going through a few changes on 1 April 2026. Let me summarize them for you

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Feeling a bit lost trying to figure out if you can use your KiwiSaver money for a house deposit or an emergency? You’re not alone. The official kiwiSaver withdrawal rules can sound like a bit of a headache. That’s why I’ve created this plain-English guide to give you the solid answers you need, right here in one place. Whether you’re dreaming of buying your first home, planning for retirement, moving overseas permanently, or facing significant financial hardship, this articl

This simple, plain-English guide is here to give you the solid answers you need. I'm breaking down exactly what KiwiSaver is, how it works, and why it's one of the most powerful tools for buying your first home or retiring more comfortably

If you’ve spent time working in Australia - or you’re thinking about moving back and forth - chances are you’ve heard people talk about “super” or “The Pension” and assume it’s basically the same thing as in NZ. On the surface, they do look similar.  But the same words mean different things between each country. I see this confusion all the time - especially with people moving from Australia to New Zealand, or Kiwis returning home after years overseas. So let’s break it down

So, you’ve just bought your first house and used all of your KiwiSaver for the deposit. Should you keep contributing to KiwiSaver? This is a question I get asked all the time, and the short answer is YES, you absolutely should. Let me walk you through some numbers

KiwiSaver is one of the most powerful long-term investments available in New Zealand - yet I see the same mistakes cropping up again and again. Not because people don’t care, but because KiwiSaver can feel confusing, distant, or easy to ignore. Most of these mistakes aren’t dramatic. They’re quiet. And because they compound over time, they can end up costing tens (or even hundreds) of thousands of dollars without anyone noticing until much later… when it’s too late. Here are