Kiwisaver - take a look at the numbers...

New Zealand has 1.2 million people joined up to Kiwisaver. In comparison we own 2.5 million cars amongst 4.1 million people (of which about 80% live in cities). New Zealand is resident to 9 million beef cattle and famously 39 million sheep.

What this tells us is three things - that we have a small amount of people raising a lot of stock, we like steak but not walking and we like driving more than we like saving.

Our take on the matter is to at least give the scheme your consideration. We believe in talking to the experts to have the numbers explained. There is no doubt this may not sit at the top of your 'to do' list however if you are self employed it might pay to call in some advice before March 31st to make sure you gain this years benefits.

All in all whether you are an employee or self employed it's important to be educated. End of lecture.