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flag New Zealand's aging population pressures its retirement system, prompting 12 reforms to boost KiwiSaver and NZ Super for long-term stability.

flag New Zealand’s retirement system faces growing pressure from an aging population and shrinking workforce, with retirees outnumbering workers projected to rise to 38 per 100 workers by 2050. flag A 2025 review by the Retirement Commission recommends 12 reforms to strengthen KiwiSaver and NZ Super, including targeted government contributions for low-income earners, expanding access to those over 65 and temporary visa holders, and enrolling children in KiwiSaver from birth. flag The report urges banning total remuneration policies, mandating employer contributions for older workers, and creating a “sidecar” savings account to manage emergencies without tapping retirement funds. flag These changes aim to improve equity, sustainability, and long-term financial security, with calls for cross-party cooperation and a 10-year national roadmap to ensure stable, inclusive retirement policy.

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