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Friday, 24 November 2006, 2:37 pm
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Asia Pacific AML: NZ’s Financial Crime Gap - Beyond The 'Number 8 Wire' Mentality

Absence of advanced technologies across NZ’s AML/CFT Supervisory framework not only exposes vulnerabilities in financial oversight, but also undermines public confidence in the govt's capacity to address pressing issues related to financial crime.

Westpac New Zealand: Kiwi Households Adapting Despite Widespread Cost Pressure Concerns, Westpac Survey Shows

The survey also found more than three-quarters are worried about the impact of the conflict on their finances, with 44% somewhat concerned and 32% very concerned. That’s down from 42% who were very concerned in March.

University of Auckland: Kids’ Screen Use Linked To Long-Term Deficits In Self-Control And Attention

“The potential for long-term harm to our kids’ development is concerning,” says Claire Reid, the School of Psychology PhD student who led the scoping study. “We need action at all levels – policy, schools and the family – to better protect our children.”

University of Auckland: Research To Address Equity In STEM For Māori, Pacific And Female Students

Associate Professor Lai says the research aims to better understand how assessment systems, subject pathways and school practices shape students’ access to and success in STEM learning.

Stats NZ: Economic Impacts On New Zealand From Conflict In The Middle East – Report

Changes in fuel prices and supply chains are likely to have a broad range of impacts on New Zealand’s households and businesses.

Advertising Standards Authority: ASA Annual Report 2025 - Platform-Neutral Regulation Keeps Pace With Digital Advertising

A core focus in 2025 was the review of the Therapeutic and Health Advertising Code. The review resulted in a new Code comes into full effect from July 2026.

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