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All the details on Budget 2011

In Budget 2011 on Thursday 19 May, the government Budget 2011 Comments Add your comment »

Reset and don't forget

The end of the financial year is upon us - a good opportunity to look at how your finances are shaping up so far in 2011.

Tax changes from 1 October

Tax changes from 1 October will affect what you earn and what you spend, making it a good time to review your finances.

All the details on Budget 2010

In Budget 2010 on 20 May, the government announced a range of money changes due to take effect from 1 October this year. These include: 

Investment tax changes from 1 April

The government is introducing new tax rates from 1 April 2010 for people who earn bank account interest or invest in a PIE (Portfolio Investment Entity).

Glossary: interest
Glossary: Investment

PM clarifies tax changes

In his Statement to Parliament today, Prime Minister John Key clarified the Government's plans for tax reform. Here are the main points:

Tax report at a glance

Today the Tax Working Group released its report on the tax system and options for reform.