Schools and hospitals get a big boost - but banks face a surprise tax.

Analysis: Higher inflation, tighter allowances and rising uncertainty are turning this year's budget into a test.

ANALYSIS: The Government’s fiscal strategy is boxed in by two goals.

Can the Finance Minister pull a rabbit out of a hat? Follow the action in our live blog.

Here's what the Government has announced.

Spending focused on health, defence, transport and education.

There's a health spend-up, a new highway, cuts to government departments and a surplus on the horizon - here's what you need to know about this year's Budget.

Analysis - So, Nicola Willis has stuck to her word. There is indeed no election year surprise.

The budget forecasts a return to a budget surplus in 2028/29, a year ahead of the December update.

Schools and hospitals get a big boost - but banks face a surprise tax.

The Government topped up its capital allowance ahead of Budget 2026.

Budget 2026 is out, and for any Kiwis looking for cost of living relief - it probably isn't for you.

The Finance Minister warns any party that ignores the size of the super problem is doing so for its own benefit.

A $2.1b chunk of Nicola Willis’ Budget is going to education ahead of massive reforms.

Check the prospects for your pay, house, or future dream home.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says the government has failed to show it understands how tough it is out there for New Zealanders.

Budget 2026 simplifies, but it's not all good news.

Winston Peters says it's about putting rail assets to work once again.