Ka Pai Pūtea
(kah-pie poo-teh-ah) - “Good Money” in te reo Māori
Learn money skills that actually matter.
A gamified financial literacy platform built for young New Zealanders. Learn about budgeting, KiwiSaver, tax, credit, and more - all tailored to your goals.
Takes 2 minutes. No credit card needed.
How It Works ✨
Take the Quiz
Answer a few quick questions about your goals and money habits. We’ll create your unique financial profile.
Learn Your Way
Get personalised modules based on whether you’re headed to uni, trades, the workforce, or still figuring it out.
Level Up
Earn XP, unlock badges, climb the leaderboard, and compete with your mates. Financial literacy has never been this fun.
Built for YOUR Path
No matter where life takes you after school, we've got you covered.
Tradie
Apprentices & trades - tool costs, ute finance, managing irregular pay
Uni-Bound
Uni-bound students - StudyLink, student loans, flat budgets
Straight to Work
Heading straight to work - payslips, tax, building savings fast
Military / Services
Military & services - NZDF pay, allowances, deployment savings
Still Figuring It Out
Still deciding - core money skills for any path you choose
What You'll Learn 📚
Money Basics
Budgeting, saving, wants vs needs
Banking & Credit
Accounts, cards, overdrafts
Pay & Work
Payslips, tax, KiwiSaver, rights
Credit Scores
Build your credit history early
KiwiSaver
Grow your retirement fund from day one
Hustle Empire
Start a virtual business & learn enterprise
By the Numbers 📊
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Lessons
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XP to earn
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Badges
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Made for Kiwis
What Students Say 💬
Aroha
Year 12, Auckland
“Ka Pai Pūtea actually made me understand KiwiSaver. Now I know I’m not just throwing money away!”
Jayden
Year 13, Wellington
“I had no idea how credit scores worked until I did this. Way more fun than a textbook.”
Maia
Year 11, Christchurch
“The business sim was sick. Made me want to start a side hustle for real.”
Ready to level up your money game?
Join Ka Pai Pūtea and start learning financial skills that'll set you up for life. It's completely free.
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