Class action against ASB and ANZ banks for overcharging customers offers to settle for more than $300m
The case involves more than 150,000 customers who were impacted by overcharging of fees and interest.
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Electricity Authority announces new rules for big energy retailers
The Electricity Authority has announced new rules for the retailers.
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Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland earns 23 finalist spots at NZ Event Awards
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland has clinched an impressive number of finalists in this year’s NZEA New Zealand Events Awards. The annual awards celebrate excellence in the many different categories of events, along with the people, technology and innovation….. Continue reading
Woman discovered she was added to husband’s business loan when she was called to repay it
The woman was one of 1469 complaints to Financial Services Complaints Ltd in the year to 30 June.
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Pre-Election Report: Auckland Council’s key issues for incoming elected members
Auckland Council’s Pre-Election Report identifies six key issues for the council’s next Governing Body. Prepared by the council to support the 2025 election, the report has Auckland’s growth challenge front and centre – and how the council could best….. Continue reading
Storm damage closes Tasman’s Great Taste biking trail until further notice
The popular biking trail is a lifeline for the local economy, bringing in $34m annually.
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Auckland Council calls for overhaul of national dog control laws
In a move to tackle problems with roaming and uncontrolled dogs in the region, Auckland Council is calling on central government to grant councils stronger powers under the Dog Control Act 1996.
At a meeting of the council’s Regulatory and Safety… Continue reading
What would happen if a KiwiSaver provider failed?
NZ’s KiwiSaver schemes have different protections for members, which should prevent the kind of investment losses seen after the failure of a Australian superannuation provider.
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Auckland Transport’s fareshare cuts costs and emissions
Auckland businesses are turning to a new public transport initiative to cut costs, reduce emissions, and attract talent.
Employers can help their employees save 25%, 50% or 75% on their public transport fares with Fareshare, an employer-subsidised… Continue reading
Building industry hopes it’s hit the bottom and there will be an eventual upturn
Conditions in the building industry are still tight, new research says, but there are hopes it has hit the bottom.
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