Economy
Beneficiaries down by 10,100 last year – MSD
Hardship assistance payments have also been declining.
Economy
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Exports up slightly, large trade deficit persists
NZ's merchandise trade deficit of $714m remains close to record levels.
Infrastructure
Christchurch holding company eyes new retail bond
The five-year swap rate on which the bond would probably be based was recently at 4.56%.
News in Brief
Film Commission turns to the small screen for new CEO
Annie Murray will relinquish all professional roles to make sure she doesn't have any conflicts.
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