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Young Australians struggle with cost of living, mental health: Report
Sydney, March 13: A new report published on Thursday highlighted the growing struggles of young Australians, who are facing mounting financial stress, worsening mental health, and declining confidence in political institutions.
New Zealand households continue to face pressure of housing costs
Wellington, Feb 20: Nearly 20 per cent of New Zealand households spent 40 per cent or more of their income on housing in the year ended June 2024, up from 18.2 per cent of households the previous year, according to figures released by the statistics department Stats NZ on Thursday.
New Zealand household living costs up by 3 per cent
Wellington, Feb 3: The cost of living for the average New Zealand household increased 3 per cent in the 12 months to the December 2024 quarter, following a 3.8 per cent increase in the 12 months to the September 2024 quarter, according to the statistics department Stats NZ on Monday.