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

ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

These are the figures shaping New Zealand.

Use the Herald's two interactive graphics to see the Budget's winners and losers.

Treasury slashes forecast house growth for the third time in a row.

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There's a large number of individual saving initiatives.