Tools and information to improve your financial capability
Financial capability is the cornerstone of a healthy and vibrant economy and is strongly supported by the New Zealand banking sector. It helps people make informed choices to improve their financial well-being.
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association is committed to raising awareness of financial information that broadens the understanding of good money management.
Financial capability tools
Information to help you manage your money is available on most bank websites. Here are some examples:
Financial capability programmes
NZBA members are also involved in a range of activities promoting financial capability. They undertake community workshops either directly or working alongside other organisations. Examples include:
- ASB’s GetWise financial literacy programme for New Zealand primary and intermediate schools
- BNZ’s Good Loans programme
- Kiwibank helps Banqer provide financial capability in schools and has microfinance partnerships to support debt relief.
Are you ready for retirement?
The Retirement Commissioner has been talking to a whole range of Kiwis about their thoughts on retirement and what they’re doing to get ready or not. See what they have to say here. More stories can be viewed here.
For more on retirement planning check out Sorted.
KiwiSaver
Thinking of getting into KiwiSaver, or wondering if you’re in the right fund to suit your needs? Sorted’s KiwiSaver Fund Finder can help. Check out the Fund Finder here.
Investor literacy
The Financial Markets Authority provides practical information for investors here.