A family road trip can quickly turn chaotic without proper planning and preparation. From ensuring the kids stay entertained to keeping the car running smoothly, here are some essential tips for a smooth and safe road trip these holidays.

New Zealand insurance provider nib has released their top five health insurance claims from October this year. Usually these top claims are for a variety of reasons, but in October, there was one treatment that took out the majority. Can you guess what it was?

As we age, our bodies undergo plenty of changes, and our brains are no exception. Just like our physical health, our cognitive abilities can also decline with time, however, the good news is that there are steps we can take to maintain our brain health. One of the best ways to keep our minds sharp and reduce the risk of developing dementia is to adopt the MIND diet—a dietary pattern specifically designed to promote brain health.

Life insurance is a topic that many people tend to steer clear of, either because they don’t know enough about it or it’s something they know they should have but they’ve just never gotten around to it. Here’s why we need to make life insurance a normal conversation topic in New Zealand.

At the heart of Movember lies a deeper cause: to confront the most significant health issues affecting men globally—mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Among these, prostate cancer emerges as a prominent concern. As men age, prostate cancer can become a significant threat, despite its small walnut-like appearance. Understanding this cancer, its risks, and the importance of regular screenings is key to helping mitigate risk and keep our men healthy.

As we’re propelled towards the end of the year, stress can start to set in, especially when we consider everything we feel we need to do to get holiday-ready. We might be thinking about all the gifts we need to buy, the projects we need to finish up at work, and the logistics of travelling to visit family and friends. To help keep some of the stress at bay this holiday season, try a few of these insightful tips.

Now that it’s officially November, the upcoming festive season will be on everyone’s minds. There are events to plan, family and friends to catch up with, and presents to buy. But this year, instead of spending tonnes of money on gifts that your children may or may not like (and let’s be honest, most of them last all of five minutes before the novelty wears off), give the gift of health insurance. The best part? It won’t cost you a thing.

While the government grapples with the challenges of funding for life-saving medicines, health insurance is an essential tool for personal and financial security, helping to bridge the gap and provide timely access to treatment. It's a stark reminder that insurance is not just about protecting your assets; it's about safeguarding your health and the health of your loved ones in times of need.

Feelings of overwhelm, helplessness, and dread might have become commonplace for you, but it’s important for your mental and physical health to try to calm your mind and process your emotions. We’ve put together a few helpful tips to help you relax, refocus, and improve your mental wellbeing in just 5 minutes.

If you’ve purchased life insurance, congratulations on taking a responsible step towards securing the future for you and your family. Now that you have this valuable financial safety net in place, it's essential that you and your loved ones know how to make the most of it when needed. Here are some important steps to take once you've purchased life insurance.

With a 43% increase in vehicle theft from 2021 to 2022, it’s more important than ever to be vigilant and do what you can to prevent your car from being broken into or stolen. If you have comprehensive vehicle insurance, this will help you recover the cost of your vehicle, but if you can help prevent theft in the first place, you’ll save yourself a lot of time and hassle. Here are some tips to help you keep your vehicle safe from prying eyes and hands.

Unfortunately, travel often goes hand in hand with unexpected delays, cancellations, and theft. To ensure you’re protected overseas, travel insurance is the way to go. But there are some considerations that you’ll need to keep in mind when purchasing travel insurance.

Getting enough sleep as a parent can be tricky, but it’s often made worse if your children are struggling to sleep too. Sleep is essential for the growth and development of your child, so it’s important that they’re getting enough good-quality sleep to live an active and healthy life. If your children are struggling to fall asleep and stay asleep, here are some tips that just might help.

Private healthcare has more than a few benefits that are worth paying extra for, especially when treatment is urgently required. Although comprehensive health insurance isn’t an option for those who are finding it tough, perhaps a balance of the two could be the way to go. Let’s explore both private and public healthcare options to see how they might work in harmony for your situation.

From teaching our children the importance of saving money to showing them how to avoid bad debt, there are plenty of ways we can boost the financial literacy of the next generation. Here are just a few helpful tips to get you started when teaching your children how to be smart with money.

Many Kiwis around the country are already feeling the strain of insurance premium increases. Some policies may have increased a little, but there are some that have increased a lot, including house insurance. Here are some of the main causes of premium increases in New Zealand.

It’s quite normal to hash things out in your head, but when it starts to become a destructive habit that impacts your mental health, that’s when you might need to make a change. So how can you get out of your head and take action? Try these tips to help you beat overthinking.

With so many different life insurance providers and products out there, it can be difficult to know just what cover you need. Whether you already have life insurance and are looking for a better option, or you’re just getting started, here are some helpful tips to show you how to compare life insurance to get the right cover for you and your family.

More and more accidents involving lithium-ion batteries are being recorded around New Zealand, including a fire caused by a charging e-scooter and a lithium-ion battery from a drill spontaneously combusting. To help you prevent these kinds of accidents from occurring, we’ve put together a few key safety tips to keep in mind when using lithium-ion batteries.

When it comes to health insurance, you’ve likely heard myths such as insurance doesn’t pay out, or you can’t claim after a certain age. However, the latest claim figures from insurance provider nib definitely prove otherwise.

The numbers of nib’s top five health insurance claims for June this year are in, and they serve to prove the true value of getting cover sorted as soon as you can.