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Partners Life buys BNZ's life insurance business for $290m

Partners Life says it is now second largest player in the NZ market.

Co-accused in CBL fraud case named

The 49-year-old's interim name suppression lapsed at 3pm today.

PwC seeks to strike out claims by CBL's liquidators

PwC seeks to stop liquidators pursuing a claim ... well into the hundreds of millions.

Mary Holm: Is it better to be in the real estate market - or on the sidelines?

A young couple tired of house hunting may be happier taking a breather for a while.

City councillors signal a return to Wellington's Civic Square

Mayor Andy Foster says the heart of the city feels like it's in an induced coma.

CBL co-accused loses name suppression, pending further appeal

The Court of Appeal gave the man a week to mount a further appeal.

Coastal Wellington homes face soaring premiums as sea levels rise

Wellington homes face soaring insurance premiums within 15 years due to sea level rise.

How businesses might respond to another lockdown

Lawyer believes UK court case could pave way for NZ claims if there was another lockdown.

'Risk of a sharp correction': Reserve Bank's house price warning

Ongoing Covid-19 fallout and over-leveraged homeowners are key concerns.

Failure to address high commissions on life insurance 'missed opportunity'

Life insurance chair says without regulation commissions won't come down.

Ghost broking: The latest scam you need to watch out for

UK insurance fraud expert warns of the scams insurers are expecting to see a rise in.

Public v private healthcare: Academic backs calls for look at two-tier system

Research found private healthcare did not reduce waiting times in the public system.

Peter Harris' co-defendant continues SFO secrecy fight

The CBL saga continues after the insurance company collapsed with a market value of $747m.

Regulator calls out concerning behaviour in financial services firms

Weaknesses were found in governance, conduct and culture and compliance controls.

Food processors hit by big jump in insurance premiums from flammable panels

The Kiwifruit industry is spending millions of dollars on fire prevention measures.

Kerre McIvor: With travel up in the air, all options are on the table

COMMENT: Emirates' free global travel cover offer was inspirational, writes Kerre McIvor.

Does private healthcare harm the public system?

A court judgment in Canada will cast shadows on New Zealand's dual healthcare system.

Arson watch: Insurers prepare for rise in fraudulent claims

Under-pressure businesses could resort to more desperate measures.