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Reserve Bank posts annual loss
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Reserve Bank posts annual loss

It's at least 35 years since the Reserve Bank failed to pay the government a dividend.

Jenny Ruth 12 Oct 2022
Govt plan to bring down farm emissions disappoints
Policy

Govt plan to bring down farm emissions disappoints

The government’s proposal is a response to a plan put forward by He Waka Eke Noa and, while there were some wins, the farming sector isn't happy with the result.

Rebecca Howard 12 Oct 2022
He Waka Eke Noa wants more discussion
Policy

He Waka Eke Noa wants more discussion

Consultation has opened on a farm-level, split-gas levy to price agricultural greenhouse gas emissions that will see farmers pay for their emissions by 2025.  

Rebecca Howard 11 Oct 2022
Business pushes back against ETS changes
Policy

Business pushes back against ETS changes

A submission from Energy Resources Aotearoa said a more moderate approach was needed to contain household and business costs.

Ian Llewellyn 10 Oct 2022