The PJ Project 2024 Impact
A Snippet from the Kindness Collectives 2024 The PJ Project's impact report.
How to stay warm without running up crippling power bills
Joanna Davis from Stuff shares these great tips on how to stay warm without huge power bills this winter!
In a financial black hole? Here’s where to get help
Stuff.co.nz share this article about what Financial Mentors do and how they can help.
Power Credits Scheme offers up to $220 towards bills
Stuff.co.nz shares information about the Power Credits Scheme
Kindness Collective - PJ Project
Drop a new pair of Pj’s or $10 off here at Budget House Taupō for a child in our community in need.
How to protect yourself from fraud and being scammed
Sorted.org.nz share these helpful tips and resources about how to avoid being scammed.
One step closer to fairer power
Shanti Mathias from The Spin Off NZ writes about how Consumer care guidelines were a voluntary mechanism for the electricity industry to ensure customers were treated fairly. After more than 1,000 submissions from the public, they’re now mandatory.
Financial Stability in 2024: Breaking Free from the Joneses' Shadow
In a world driven by consumerism and the pressure to keep up with others, it is really easy to fall into the trap of financial comparison.
KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals double as New Zealanders struggle
Stuff.co.nz shares this article about the increase in Kiwisaver being taken out under hardship.
Pets for christmas – Think before you buy
If you have animal lovers in your family, the idea of getting a pet as a gift seems like a great idea. Who wouldn’t be excited about getting a cute puppy, kitten or even a fish for Christmas?
Renting and on the pension: ‘It’s just hard’
It’s pretty simple, the pension’s not enough to get by on if you’re renting
Whānau Day - Tūrangi
Tūrangi held a Whanau day this month to showcase all of the wonderful community services available.
Forward planning for back-to-school expenses
The start of a new school year is always an expensive time. New uniforms, school stationary, school fees etc. The list goes on!
Mother of two shares her story after losing hundreds of dollars in social media scam
Stuff.co.nz share this story about a mother that was scammed via social media.
Vegetables you can grow from scraps
Learn a few tips and tricks on how to grow your vegetables from scraps this year
How parents can teach scarcity to improve their children’s financial wellbeing
Lets help how children understand the value of money
Taupō Budget House makes money fun and games
“It’s about making the right decision- it’s a good way to get them thinking.”