Michael SergelMultimedia Journalist, Newstalk ZB·Newstalk ZB·27 Aug, 2026 05:00 PM3 mins to readLatest quarterly survey of expectations suggests NZ is getting back on track, economically speaking. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYMany New Zealanders say they are going without treats and luxuries for themselves to provide for their pets as the cost of keeping animals continues to rise.
Stats NZ data shows the average price of vet care has increased 40.3% over the past five years, while the average price of
