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Budget deficit smaller than forecast last week

But the Treasury does not expect better-than-forecast figures to last.

Brent Edwards Wed, 05 Jun 2024

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Bi-partisan approach needed to fix the productivity dilemma

DEBATE: BusinessNZ says tax cuts are positive, while CTU say they won't do a lot for workers.

Brent Edwards Tue, 04 Jun 2024

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Greens say Government not investing in fence at top of cliff

Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says the Government is borrowing for tax cuts.

Brent Edwards Tue, 04 Jun 2024

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Reserve Bank nutting out details of how digital cash could work

Digital cash could increase competition and innovation in banking, RBNZ tells select committee.

Brent Edwards Wed, 29 May 2024

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The Government might have to pick up the tab for Mt Ruapehu

A ‘make good’ provision will kick in if one or both ski fields are shut down.

Brent Edwards Tue, 28 May 2024

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Submitters argue Fast-Track Bill good for economy and environment

'It is possible to have economic growth and to protect and enhance the environment.'

Brent Edwards Mon, 27 May 2024

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Getting the Budget balance right

Nicola Willis will want to demonstrate a robust tax plan and a credible path back to surplus.

Brent Edwards Mon, 27 May 2024

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Access to capital remains 'big issue for NZ businesses'

Minister Melissa Lee says attracting more foreign direct investment would help.

Brent Edwards Mon, 27 May 2024

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Finance Minister adamant tax cuts won’t be inflationary

But Reserve Bank says impact of tax cuts still to be assessed.

Brent Edwards Thu, 23 May 2024

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Budget deficit smaller than forecast last week

Bi-partisan approach needed to fix the productivity dilemma

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