ANZ National bank's local profit climbed in the year to September 30 as it cut its expectations for loan defaults, while the value of its late loans almost doubled.

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Homes are at their most affordable in six years - apart from in Auckland, where the average weekly mortgage is more than $570 a week.

The Government is claiming credit for low price rises, saying people have more money in their pockets on the back on low inflation and increasing wages.

New Kiwibank head Paul Brock is urging potential first home buyers not to be spooked and to go out and buy, so long as they can afford to.

Paul Henry's controversial on air comments have gained worldwide media attention.

Murray McCully has said he will make it clear to the Indian Government that TVNZ is independent and Paul Henry's 'insulting' comments were the actions of an individual.

India has summoned NZ's high commissioner to protest against Paul Henry's 'racist remarks'.

Only seven companies - including the three "Heartland Bank" merger partners - have signed up for the Crown's extended retail deposit guarantee scheme.

New Zealand wool prices surged to a 14-year high amid renewed demand for the fibre in the Middle East and Europe.