Thrift

If you want to skip the 'What's for dinner?' dilemma, batch cooking is the way to go. More people are prepping multiple meals in advance, saving both money and time. Katy Gosset gets some tips to make it easy.


Guest: Natalie Wiki, Manager, SuperGrans Super Skills Otautahi
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What happens when your car breaks down or you suddenly need the dentist? We should all have an emergency fund to cover those unexpected bills but how many of us actually do? Katy Gosset looks at how to get started.
Guest: Julie, Kingdom Resources
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Thrift is back and in Season Eight: could you cope with an expected bill? We've got tips on setting up your Emergency Fund. More people are batch cooking, saving time and money. We visit the kitchen of one woman who's got it down to an art. Then, how does the cost-of-living crisis affect younger family members? School children share their thrifty advice. We talk to a handyman about home maintenance hacks. And could you survive for a week just by eating what's in your cupboards? How about trying a 'pantry challenge'?

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How do you take your first steps on the investment ladder? About a million New Zealanders now have a DIY share investing account. Katy Gosset meets some of them.

Guests:
Cam Scott, Share Trading App Investor
Rachel Pratt, Share Trading App Investor
Susan Edmunds RNZ Money Correspondent
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How are you dealing with the rise in fuel prices? Whether its jumping on a bike or choosing public transport, more people are trying to ditch their cars. Katy Gosset talks to a transportation engineer about different and thrifty ways to get around.
Guest: Glen Koorey, Transportation Engineer
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