Key KiwiSaver changes for 2026
March 1, 2026
Kiwisaver Changes in 2026
Key KiwiSaver changes for 2026 include a reduced government contribution (max $260.72 from July 1, 2025) and higher default employee/employer rates, moving to 3.5% from April 1, 2026, and 4% in 2028. High earners (> $180k) lose government contributions, while 16-17 year o...
How much to contribute?
Increasing KiwiSaver Default Contribution Could Boost Retirement Savings by $100kProposed changes to KiwiSaver, including raising the default contribution rate from 3 percent to 4 percent, could significantly enhance retirement savings for New Zealanders. According to Retire...
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