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Rule change: 'No huge impact'

The new tax rules will do little to cool Auckland's property market, according to John Key. The city needs more houses.

Meet The CEOs: Thomas Pippos

Deloitte NZ chief executive Thomas Pippos talks to Herald Business Editor Liam Dann about this week's Budget - what he'd like to see in it - and what he expects will really be in it.

Budget 2015: Week ahead

Budget 2015: Find out about our up-to-minute Budget 2015 coverage throughout the week.

Editorial: Two Budgets ocean apart in message

Australia and New Zealands' Budgets speak volumes of the strength of their respective economies and their citizens' state of mind.

Brian Fallow: Budget a nickel-and-dime affair

For people other than residential property investors, Thursday's Budget is expected to be a nickel-and-dime affair, writes Brian Fallow.

Budget 2015: Cuts may relieve pressure

Experts say when Finance Minister Bill English stands up to announce his spending plans, there could be something in the Budget to help your pocket.

Liam Dann: New tax rules a big step

The Government has surprised the market with a stronger than expected move on property tax, writes Liam Dann.

Tax unlikely to cool market

Political parties and property groups doubt the new capital gains tax on residential property sold within two years will have a big impact on the Auckland market.

Greens savings plan a 'game-changer'

A proposed Green Party savings plan would be a real "game-changer" for children in light of the government's budget this year, co-leader Metiria Turei says.