Banking and financeKiwiBuild hopefuls may only need 5pc depositThis will make Kiwibuild more accessible to families who have struggled to save 10 pct.06 Sep 11:10 PM
Banking and financeFailed IT project weighs on Kiwibank profitKiwibank says there won't be any more costs associated with its failed IT project.24 Aug 01:01 AM
Banking and financeBank offers KiwiBuild mortgages with a 10% depositBut this won't be a free-for-all, as Reserve Bank restrictions still apply.13 Aug 12:42 AM
New Zealand'Free speech' advocate Don Brash nominated for NZer of the YearAn initial list of nominees for Kiwibank's New Zealander of the Year has been released.12 Aug 11:21 PM
Banking and financeThe region where rental investments are 'hotter than Auckland'The Kiwibank regional scorecard rates this region as a top performer.15 Jul 08:30 PM
New ZealandMcClay to meet NZ Post over branch closures in Rotorua, Te PukeServices to close in Rotorua and Te Puke.28 Jun 08:17 PM
New ZealandMan 'minutes away from death' with no defibrillator in sight'He came so close to death,' witness recalls19 Jun 10:35 PM
Banking and financeLocal banks beat Aussie giants in satisfaction surveyCustomers with local banks are happier than those with the Aussie giants.05 Apr 10:04 PM
Banking and financeScramble for the bitcoin gold rushPwC Herald Talks dissects 'the future of money'.21 Mar 11:34 PM
Banking and financeWhy aren't Kiwi kids good with their money?'Toolkit' will ensure all NZ students learn about money, driving and other life skills.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZer of the Year 'gobsmacked' by Jetstar feeNew Zealander of the Year Kristine Bartlett was stung with a hefty fee by Jetstar.24 Feb 07:19 PM
New ZealandKiwibank New Zealander of the yearEqual pay champion Kristine Bartlett beat Mike King and a microbiologist for the award.22 Feb 10:00 AM
New ZealandJim Anderton's last message: Rebuild trustJim Anderton's last political interview reveals that he remained a determined optimist.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBolger: Anderton's values will endureJim Bolger says Kiwibank has kept down New Zealanders' borrowing costs.07 Jan 12:38 AM
Banking and financeMoney teaching tool start-up to double reachBanqer is aiming to double the number of Kiwi classrooms it is offered in by June.17 Sep 08:22 PM
BDBDBanking and financeKiwibank's net profit hard hit by IT projectThe result was significantly impacted by an impairment of $90m relating to an IT project.31 Aug 10:26 PM
Banking and financeKiwibank chief executive Paul Brock resignsKiwibank chief executive Paul Brock is stepping down after 17 years in the business22 Aug 01:41 AM
New ZealandGreens promise $100m for green projectsThe Greens have reprised plans to create a $100m bank for green projects.15 Jul 02:00 AM
Banking and financeTight margins take NZ bank profits lowerNew research from KPMG shows the squeeze is going on interest rate margins.11 Jul 05:00 PM
Banking and financeIRD has $166m of your moneyThe government is sitting on a stack of $166.2 million of unclaimed money18 Jun 03:30 AM
Banking and financeNZ mobile banking worse than OzBanks are doing the basics right in mobile banking but could do more for customers.11 Jun 03:00 AM
BDBDBanking and financeRBNZ affirms view on Kiwibank bondsRBNZ affirmed the view that Kiwibank convertible bonds don't meet capital adequacy rules.30 May 12:12 AM
Banking and financeWheeler's eye back on inflationBut don't expect to see any moves on interest rates for some time yet.07 May 05:00 PM
TechnologyTaking a chance on financial techKristen Lunman is excited about solving financial problems with the help of technology.28 Apr 09:13 PM
Banking and financeHigher inflation: RBNZ 'sitting pretty'Inflation back in sweet spot takes pressure off Reserve Bank.24 Apr 08:35 PM
Banking and financeKiwibank chairman steps downKiwibank chairman and deputy chairman are to resign this week.10 Apr 04:51 AM
BDBDBanking and financeChange at top of Kiwibank boardChange at top of Kiwibank board not due to dissatisfaction, spokesman says.10 Apr 12:35 AM
BDBDBanking and financeKiwiBank chair, deputy chair resignKiwibank chairman Rob Morrison and deputy chair Rhoda Phillippo have resigned.09 Apr 09:43 PM
Banking and financeKiwibank to get $247m top-upThe $247m will make sure the bank's capital stays within the regulator's limits.07 Apr 03:57 AM
BDBDBanking and financeKiwibank cancels bond issueKiwibank is working urgently to resolve the compliance issues with the Reserve Bank.14 Mar 08:41 PM
BDBDBanking and financeS&P downgrades KiwibankS&P Global Ratings downgraded Kiwibank's long-term issuer credit rating to A from A+.01 Mar 05:47 PM
New ZealandTaika Waititi named NZer of the YearTaika Waititi says he is "really happy and proud" to be chosen as New Zealander of the Year.22 Feb 09:45 AM
Banking and financeWhen would banks give police your data?The country's biggest banks all have different positions on the circumstances under which they would give up your data to the authorities.20 Feb 04:53 AM