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More than 100,000 homes insulated in four years
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More than 100,000 homes insulated in four years

The government's Warmer Kiwi Homes programme covered 80% of insulation costs and up to 80% of the cost of an efficient heater to eligible lower-income homeowners.

Staff reporters 08 Dec 2022
Reserve Bank decides on capital instrument for mutual banks
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Reserve Bank decides on capital instrument for mutual banks

Mutual banks in NZ are SBS Bank and the Co-operative Bank.

Staff reporters 07 Dec 2022
Council greenlights asset sale evaluation
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Council greenlights asset sale evaluation

Christchurch council will examine how it might rebalance its portfolio.

Oliver Lewis 07 Dec 2022
Reserve Bank to consult on crypto and other new money forms
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Reserve Bank to consult on crypto and other new money forms

The Reserve Bank wants to strike a balance between enabling innovation and managing the risks.

Staff reporters 07 Dec 2022