'The cost of being' is a series we're currently running, exploring how New Zealanders live and our relationships with money. We've asked individuals to break down their budgets so that we can build a picture of the differing lifestyles New Zealanders have. If you’d like to be a part of this series, and are happy for your answers to be published in full on The Spinoff, please fill out this form. Your email address and name will not be used.