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Duncan Garner: Is Nicola Willis risking pushing NZ back into recession?

By Duncan Garner
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2 May, 2025 06:00 PM4 mins to read

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Minister of Finance Nicola Willis is readying New Zealanders for a tough buget. Photo / Getty Images

Minister of Finance Nicola Willis is readying New Zealanders for a tough buget. Photo / Getty Images

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