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Infrastructure
Inflation outpaces Auckland housing
Prices trail inflation, especially in Auckland, while listings soar in Wellington.
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Policy
Samoa calls on NZ to protect migrant workers
The recognised seasonal employer (RSE) scheme has been under review since 2022.
News in Brief
Inflation expectations are back in the band
Annual inflation is expected to be running at 2.73% in the year ahead.
Monthly price rise data surprises economists
Inflation could stay above 3% for longer, ASB says.
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