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Kiwibank economists have called for a pause to rate hikes.
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Migrant and visitor arrivals spike, but so do departures
Inward migration is back to pre-covid levels, but young people are leaving.
Public sector
Govt feels pinch of rising rates, eyes cyclone bill
The finance minister says the crown finances are well-placed to cope with recent storms.
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