PremiumPremiumOpinionNadine HigginsNadine Higgins: How to navigate the low equity minefield in NZ home loansOPINION: Low-deposit borrowers face higher rates as banks reflect greater lending risks.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCreditors put dairy farm operation into liquidation – ANZ among those owed nearly $600kThe company had been dairy farming since May 2004.20 Nov 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBanks blame red tape for behind the ball on innovationReserve Bank says leaving banks to their own devices hasn't worked.19 Nov 05:16 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessANZ predicts faster economic recoveryWhile the outlook for activity is improved, the economy will continue to be challenging.17 Nov 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessANZ boss expects a better year for the economy in 2025Antonia Watson is cautiously optimistic about the New Zealand economy.08 Nov 03:57 AM
New ZealandListen: Scammers who used deepfake Luxon video to steal $224,000 caught on recordingA fraud expert says the highly skilled scammers use psychological tricks to con victims.04 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessUnemployment preview: How hard has the economic downturn hit the labour market?New employment data this week will reveal the impact on jobs.03 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessConstruction sector leads rise in business confidence, ANZ survey showsThe ANZ Business Outlook survey for October shows firms are increasingly upbeat.31 Oct 03:00 AM
BusinessHow $5 could turn into $5000 for your kidsThirty-four is the average age that ANZ members make a first-home withdrawal of KiwiSaver.30 Oct 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessReality check: ANZ reveals consumer confidence drops'October marked a sombre return to reality,' says ANZ's Sharon Zollner.24 Oct 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'We need to provide our shareholders a fair return' – ANZ boss hits back at politiciansAntonia Watson defends ANZ's high profits.23 Oct 01:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFraud, theft and luxury cars: Every lawyer struck off in the past five yearsWhen struck off, a lawyer cannot hold a practising certificate or practise law in NZ.18 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessTwo major banks make big cuts to home loan ratesMore relief for mortgage-holding homeowners.14 Oct 04:37 AM
Banking and financeBanks set date to introduce key anti-scam measure, reimbursement question still hangingWatchdog says it's 'shameful' banks took so long to introduce confirmation of payee tech.10 Oct 01:05 AM
Official Cash RateASB cuts rates after Kiwibank's move ahead of OCR decisionBanks are manoeuvring ahead of Adrian Orr's cash rate call.08 Oct 09:27 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomBusiness leaders urge electricity investment boost amid rising demandThe country’s business leaders say there is enough capital available.02 Oct 03:59 PM
New ZealandANZ branch continues its 150-year legacy in TaurangaThe opening marked 'a new beginning for ANZ in Tauranga'.01 Oct 03:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateBusiness confidence continues to riseANZ's monthly business Outlook survey shows firms are increasingly upbeat.30 Sep 12:39 AM
PoliticsCapital gains tax: Where each political party standsANZ’s boss the latest voice in a growing chorus calling for a capital gains or wealth tax.26 Sep 04:15 AM
Official Cash RateWhy can't we get the kind of long-term mortgages with low break fees common in the US?Not all countries have the scale and size to make long-term fixes.25 Sep 11:24 PM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon's crack at ANZ boss over capital gains tax supportAntonia Watson said she believed taxing investment properties at point of sale was fair.25 Sep 05:16 AM
Banking and finance‘Time has arrived’ for capital gains tax, says ANZ boss Antonia WatsonWatson made clear she was opposed to any tax on unrealised gains.24 Sep 08:43 PM
New Zealand'Gross negligence': Family to sue banks after disabled son lost $250k in scamNeither NZ nor Australian police are investigating the fraud due to a miscommunication.22 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$3.6m liabilities: PwC report on Sportcraft boating businessesStaff, Inland Revenue and many others are listed as being owed money by the two companies.18 Sep 08:29 PM
KahuANZ staff embrace te reo Māori: Over 1200 participate in language coursesANZ Bank's te reo Māori strategy is telling16 Sep 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financePonsonby’s Chapel Bar & Bistro: Who is claiming money, how much is owedList of creditors just released shows IRD, bank, food and drink suppliers are owed money.04 Sep 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: The economy sucks – why is business confidence so high?OPINION: Business optimism has surged, despite the recession and rising unemployment.31 Aug 05:00 PM
Banking and financeWellington cafe suffers ‘worst sales day ever’ as job cuts biteCafe owners say crunch worse than during Covid and making a profit is 'near impossible'.31 Aug 12:11 AM
EntertainmentWhy Coast radio stars are taking on ex-Silver Ferns in netball matchRadio stars and Olympians hit the court for charity. 'No bullet passes' from Carrington.29 Aug 04:32 AM
Banking and financeBusiness confidence soars to highest in a decade – ANZANZ chief economist: 'Things are looking up, albeit from a pretty dark place.'29 Aug 01:56 AM
New ZealandANZ customers experiencing difficulties with card transactionsThe issue is only impacting online and fuel purchases.25 Aug 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Boosting Kiwibank a no-brainer but finding right investors keyOPINION: Outside investors in Kiwibank will need to have the right priorities.22 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeComCom banking report due out – how will the Govt respond?What's already been said and done to improve banking competition.19 Aug 05:00 PM
Banking and financeMajor bank slashes short-term home loan rates amid 'competitive environment'Homeowners are the big winners as banks scramble to offer competitive rates.19 Aug 01:26 AM