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How much beneficiaries are left with after paying the rent

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How much beneficiaries are left with after paying the rent

After housing costs, beneficiaries have just NZD $251 a week on average, with rent swallowing nearly half their income.

By Lauren Crimp • 3 min read • Last month

'One part terrified, one part really angry' - Assault victim's anger over Manage My Health hack

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'One part terrified, one part really angry' - Assault victim's anger over Manage My Health hack

A sexual assault survivor says she feels re‑victimised and furious after the Manage My Health hack and US$60,000 ransom demand.

By Lauren Crimp • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026