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Cameron Bagrie: Hard choices: rip or leave NZ economy band-aid
NZ stands at a critical juncture where we must embrace change or take the easy road.
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Markets
Rate decision odds are tight, NZD set for a wild ride
RBNZ decision could see the NZD react strongly either way.
Tourism
Visitor visa fee hikes could jeopardise tourism recovery
The fee rises affect tourists, students and working people.
Primary Sector
Direct-to-consumer model bears fruit for growers
Entrepreneurs are finding solutions to help growers reduce losses.
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