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NZ's climate change adaptation far too slow and limited
Law & Regulation

NZ's climate change adaptation far too slow and limited

Climate Change Commission report said the status quo wasn't sustainable.

Greg Hurrell 15 Aug 2024
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Retail spending dipped marginally in July
Economy

Retail spending dipped marginally in July

Stats reflect continued pressures on household finances.

Staff reporters 15 Aug 2024
RBNZ kicks off easing cycle, governor relieved
Economy

RBNZ kicks off easing cycle, governor relieved

The Reserve Bank of NZ signals plenty more easing to come. 

Rebecca Howard 14 Aug 2024
RBNZ cuts to 5.25% and signals more to come
Economy

RBNZ cuts to 5.25% and signals more to come

Banks responded quickly to the news. 

Rebecca Howard 14 Aug 2024


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