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Should we be changing how we borrow and invest?
Real estate

Should we be changing how we borrow and invest?

Borrowers and savers face a shift as New Zealand rates fall, prompting calls to move cash into productive assets rather than bank deposits.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 1st Sep 2019
Aged between 35-44? You're a prime target for scammers
Email Security

Aged between 35-44? You're a prime target for scammers

It's a common thought that the elderly are most likely to get scammed, but BNZ says it's also busy parents who are finding themselves on the receiving end too.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2019
Are investors taking over the property market?
Real estate

Are investors taking over the property market?

Investor buying climbed to 25% of New Zealand property purchases in July, the highest share since late 2016, CoreLogic said.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2019
How to get more first home buyers on the property ladder
Real estate

How to get more first home buyers on the property ladder

Widening the KiwiSaver HomeStart grants could help more first-home buyers bridge soaring deposits as rents climb and rates stay low.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
BNZ encourages Kiwis to get scam savvy
Email Security

BNZ encourages Kiwis to get scam savvy

New Zealanders are being caught out more than ever before – but at the same time there's a serious effort going on to raise awareness about the issue.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2019
Infrastructure New Zealand announces new CEO
Sustainability

Infrastructure New Zealand announces new CEO

The transition follows the Building Nations Symposium, with outgoing chief Stephen Selwood credited for 14 years of reform and advocacy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 14th Jul 2019
Success of Unitary Plan sets the tone for housing market
Real estate

Success of Unitary Plan sets the tone for housing market

Auckland’s more permissive zoning is helping ease prices, widen lending and give first-time buyers a better shot at home ownership.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2019
Microsoft & 9 Spokes celebrate co-sell success with BNZ
Microsoft

Microsoft & 9 Spokes celebrate co-sell success with BNZ

Microsoft and 9 Spokes celebrate their first co-sell success with the Bank of New Zealand, delivering innovative SMB solutions through BNZ My Business Live.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2019
Solving the construction sector’s skill shortage with gaming?
Housing

Solving the construction sector’s skill shortage with gaming?

Gamified training could help ease hiring woes in construction, with a new tycoon game aimed at teaching employability skills and industry realities.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 20th May 2019
What the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate cut means for property
Real estate

What the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate cut means for property

Borrowers could see lower mortgage rates after the Reserve Bank cut the official cash rate to 1.5% and hinted at another fall this year.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 15th May 2019
New Zealand house prices might be going up more than you think
Real estate

New Zealand house prices might be going up more than you think

Auckland’s weakness is masking stronger gains elsewhere, with provincial house values rising 8.2% over the year and interest rates low.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Tue, 7th May 2019
Does the NZ property market think it’s still 2018?
Real estate

Does the NZ property market think it’s still 2018?

Auckland's weaker market is likely to drag on national property sales, even as CoreLogic sees New Zealand prices edging up about 3% this year.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2019
What the Reserve Bank’s decision means for the property market
Real estate

What the Reserve Bank’s decision means for the property market

Low mortgage rates should keep property demand supported after the Reserve Bank left the official cash rate unchanged again, though risks remain.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019
Top three predictions for the 2019 property market
Real estate

Top three predictions for the 2019 property market

Building consents must stay high if New Zealand is to make a dent in its housing shortfall, with the industry already running at full tilt.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 27th Jan 2019
2019 real estate better than most predicted
Real estate

2019 real estate better than most predicted

Low interest rates and looser lending are expected to cushion New Zealand property values, with first-home buyers set to gain most.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 20th Jan 2019
Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?
Digital Transformation

Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?

A Law Foundation-backed report says faster regulation could help New Zealand avoid missing out on blockchain jobs, trade and tax benefits.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Oct 2018
Auckland lacking quality office space
Real estate

Auckland lacking quality office space

Fewer premium floors and stronger demand are set to keep Auckland office rents rising until new supply arrives in 2020.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 23rd Sep 2018
SMEs need support in volatile economic times, says Canstar
Bank of New Zealand

SMEs need support in volatile economic times, says Canstar

With SMEs generating NZD $80.6 billion GDP, Canstar urges agile support amidst the World Bank's forecasted global slowdown to bolster their stability.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Sep 2018
BNZ teaches Settlers Village residents about online scams
EduTech

BNZ teaches Settlers Village residents about online scams

Residents at Auckland's Settlers Village are now wiser to the dangers of online scams, thanks to a visit from BNZ staff yesterday.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Aug 2018