New ZealandBetter compensation for scam victims from banksBanks are putting in better compensation for scam victims.23 Apr 07:26 AM
New ZealandBanks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000 under new rulesNew tech will identify risky transactions and freeze suspect accounts.23 Apr 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Political interference': Concerns over RBNZ's capital rules reviewConflict zone: NZ's independent central bank and the Finance Minister's agenda.22 Apr 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomy'Overstaffed': Two Reserve Bank assistant governors quit amid restructureDepartures following Adrian Orr's shock resignation as governor. 17 Apr 06:00 PM
InvestmentASB Securities impersonated, scammers suspected of exploiting volatile economyThe fake share traders invite people to connect over WhatsApp, bank says.17 Apr 03:32 AM
Banking and financeBNZ fixed loan rate falls to 4.95% as major banks trim mortgage ratesSpecial rates are being offered under 5% after the OCR dropped 25 basis points.15 Apr 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFormer high-flying property developer ditches private jets as market turns downMatthew Horncastle of Williams Corporation says he is now 'pretty boring'.13 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNadine HigginsNadine Higgins: Deposit rates tumbling – where do I put my savings now?OPINION: Term deposit rates have fallen from 6% last year to about 4.3% now.12 Apr 05:00 PM
EconomyTreasury keen on crisis time OCR cuts, not spending and money printingThe agency still can't pinpoint the benefits of the Covid-era $55 billion LSAP programme.10 Apr 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyLower interest rates to do heavy lifting reviving the economy - Jenée TibshraenyMonetary policy is poised to do much of the heavy lifting spurring economic growth.09 Apr 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessUS Treasury bonds are being sold off. Here’s why it’s concerningA new, unsettling red flag.09 Apr 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWattle Park developer liquidated: Kiwibank owed $3.6m, Inland Revenue $1.09mProject completed in January 2022 but developer blames Covid and the downturn for debts.09 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeLaw change could quash 150,000-person strong class action against ANZ and ASBBank customers could miss out on hundreds of millions in compensation.07 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandArchitectural designer admits money laundering, seeks discharge and permanent suppressionThe designer helped scammers steal $235,000 from two investors.07 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeWithin days of arriving in NZ, Aussie man helped scam 71yo out of $150kThe reluctant NZ resident wants to make up for the fraud – with volunteer work, not cash.06 Apr 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: I’m spending half my pay on my mortgage and I’m struggling to saveOPINION: It sounds to me as if you're being too tough on yourself.04 Apr 04:00 PM
PropertyHousing glut: Auckland’s biggest agency has record unsold stockSome Auckland vendors had begun to expect higher prices, REINZ said of February data.01 Apr 10:19 PM
BusinessThis tip could help boost your mortgage strategyExperts suggest considering the two-year 4.99% rate for stability.01 Apr 12:43 AM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinanceBillions sitting idle: Should banks be more proactive to help us earn interest? A closer look at which banks prompt customers to get more bang for this buck.31 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Scammers don’t sleep’: FMA under fire for delayed scam alert after retiree loses $1mThe FMA took 47 days to issue a scam warning, during which a retiree lost $1m.31 Mar 04:00 PM
Banking and financeRBNZ to review controversial bank rules, championed by Adrian OrrDecision comes as banks lobby for loosening of rules.30 Mar 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness$135m distributed last year by iwi to membersDistributions paid have increased by around 35% in the last five years: Phil Barry, TDB.27 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatchdog launches probe after ANZ helped victim send $250k to scammersANZ refused liability saying there were no indications of fraud or 'red flags'. 27 Mar 08:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBuilders of Auckland’s abandoned 57-level Seascape tower win $33m claimJudge: 'I order Shundi to pay the sum in the statutory demand within five working days.'26 Mar 09:14 PM
New Zealand‘Negligence to the eyeballs’: Westpac under fire in $2m laundering caseCarel Viljoen laundered nearly $2 million in an investment scam.26 Mar 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionInside Seascape: New photos show state of abandoned Auckland apartment towerPlywood in some areas has been damaged, report says replacement with steel is recommended.25 Mar 06:00 PM
BusinessPhil Barry of TDB Advisory on it’s most recent financial results.Advisory business TDB will release its latest report on post-settlement iwi and their most recent financial results. Video \ Jason DordayWatch25 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFintech Airwallex puts first boots on the ground in NZ, goes on hiring driveAussie unicorn has Kiwi roots.20 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandThe hidden cost of online dating scams in New ZealandSome scams involved losses over $100,000, including cryptocurrency schemes.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Business‘Rate wars’: How much further will they fall?'The fixation with short fixes might be about to come to an end,' says Kelvin Davidson.19 Mar 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Precinct’s twin-skyscraper plans; Goodman moving; Beca to show off new officeWhen might get the contract to build New Zealand's two tallest new skyscrapers?17 Mar 04:00 PM
Business‘Woke agenda’: NZ First bill challenges bank lending approachLawyers say the bill might raise borrowing costs by increasing risk.16 Mar 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessReal Living selling The Avenue apartments at Remuera Gardens retirement villageCompany established an $80 million facility with the ANZ to fund The Avenue.16 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessSex workers say banks are making life more difficultClaims of illegal rejection from mortgage brokers, rude questions from nosey bankers.14 Mar 12:59 AM