News in Brief

News in Brief
Govt sets up 'expert advisory group' on Interislander
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Govt sets up 'expert advisory group' on Interislander

The government is setting up an expert advisory group to provide the coalition with independent advice and assurance on KiwiRail’s inter-island ferry service.Last week, cabinet declined a request to tip in an extra $1.5 billion for the project to replace the Interislander’s three...

Staff reporters 22 Dec 2023
ANZ poaches top FMA enforcer
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ANZ poaches top FMA enforcer

Paul Gregory, executive director of response and enforcement at the Financial Markets Authority, has been stood down from any regulatory work after announcing he will take up a role as head of investment partnerships at ANZ Investment Management.Gregory joined the financial regul...

Staff reporters 22 Dec 2023
ComCom delays help scuttle Ngāi Tahu jet boat deal
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ComCom delays help scuttle Ngāi Tahu jet boat deal

Tourism operator says Commerce Commission had drawn 'erroneous' conclusions.

Staff reporters 22 Dec 2023
Rocket Lab inks new $818m US Govt contract
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Rocket Lab inks new $818m US Govt contract

The contract is to design, build and operate 18 space vehicles. 

Staff reporters 22 Dec 2023