Fuel prices are rising again. Here’s how Kiwi households are fighting back.

Recently, Kora CEO Liza Cox-Hancy joined Breakfast to talk about something many Kiwi households are experiencing right now: the cost of living may have stabilised in some areas, but everyday expenses like fuel are still putting pressure on weekly budgets.

One of the biggest shifts we are seeing is in how people manage their spending. The stereotype of the “discount hunter” has changed. It is no longer a niche behaviour. Professionals, business owners and families across the country are actively looking for practical ways to reduce everyday costs.

Instead of relying on one big saving, households are stacking smaller ones. A discount on fuel, a better grocery deal, member-based offers or smarter insurance choices might not seem significant on their own. But over the course of a year, those small savings can add up to real breathing room in a household budget.

Fuel remains one of the most visible and controllable expenses for many people. Most drivers feel the impact of price changes immediately because fuel is purchased regularly. Even modest savings per litre can translate into hundreds of dollars over a year.

That is where Kora Fuel Cards come in.

Kora gives members at least 10 cents per litre off fuel at Mobil and Waitomo stations every time they fill up. For many households, that can mean up to $400 back in their pocket each year. It is a simple way to reduce one of the most consistent weekly costs.