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Scientists disappointed at Budget's shrinking science funds
Science is losing $370m in operating costs and $534m in capital costs over five years.
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Budget 2024
Budget 2024 may ruffle the RBNZ's feathers
Economists say the Treasury is being too optimistic.
Budget 2024
What ‘responsible tax relief’ looks like
'This relief is well overdue,' finance minister Nicola Willis said.
Law & Regulation
Corporate regulators get funds trimmed in no-frills Budget
Regulators to cut consultants and travel.
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