The NZMBA board says that it is “absolutely committed” to the proposed amalgamation with the PAA.

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Darren Pratley has decided the time is right to step down as the chairman and chief executive of the NZ Mortgage Brokers Association. Here he outlines why and reflects on his three and a half years in the role.

New adviser regulations that came into force last year had a negative impact on new business sales at Sovereign, chief executive Charles Anderson says.

Tyndall Investment Management appointed fixed income analyst who worked for NZ Super Fund previously.

The Local Government Funding Agency is making its first debt issue today, looking to raise $300 million of what is expected to be up to $5 billion over the next five years.

Fidelity Life has appointed new business development manager to fill the gap left by the loss of Warren Day.

More changes coming at Ginger Group; AFA and MDRT raise money for Chch.