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The Commission is also celebrating 750,000 unique visits to the website since it was launched in October 2001.

“These figures show that New Zealanders really do want practical help with their personal finances,” Retirement Commissioner Diana Crossan said today.

“The high web visit numbers shows that the Commission is successfully fulfilling its mandate to provide New Zealanders with information and tools to help them manage their personal finances throughout their lives.

Called Sorted Kids & Money, the new addition has nine interactive games and activities that teach children aged 5 to 12 years basic financial skills in a way that’s fun and challenging.

“The games and activities can be enjoyed by children without ever being aware that they are learning things essential to their life-long financial well-being,” said Retirement Commissioner, Diana Crossan.

The Sorted public education programme is now an integral part of the Commission's work, used by over 20 per cent of New Zealanders.

The Commission continues to enhance the award-winning Sorted website and its related resources to reach more people. With the creation of the site, the Commission has also strengthened its marketing research functions.