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China sends foreign minister Down Under
The visit is the most senior by the Chinese government for seven years.
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Infrastructure
NZ needs 125,000 homes in 5 years to keep up with migration
For every 1,000 people, there are about 50 fewer homes in Auckland than elsewhere.
Economy
Public markets risk being strangled, says Steven Joyce
NZX listing unattractive to way too many companies, says former finance minister.
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Govt suspends 'significant natural areas' rules for three years
Minister says provisions represent a "confiscation of property rights".
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