AUT's partnership with Auckland Theatre Company is the first of its kind in New Zealand.

ASB Bank deputy chairman Jon Hartley details a decade of giving, bringing his skills to microfinance projects in developing countries.

The value of home loans rose 3% to $38.7 billion in the first half and other interest-bearing assets are up 11% to $17 billion.

Allan Hubbard's widow, Jean, and ASB Bank make claims.

He replaces inaugural chairman David May, who has served on the board for a decade.