
Finance Minister Bill English has delivered Budget 2009. The Government has signalled that it will be responsible as it looks to cushion the New Zealand economy against the global downturn, and looks ahead to plans for the recovery and increased productivity.
How has the Government responded to the challenges it faces? And what are the signals for the future as it looks to establish the foundations of its medium and long-term plans?
Our team of Deloitte experts has analysed the content of the Budget and its impact on New Zealand business.
We'll be keeping you updated with post-Budget commentary so add this page to your favourites and check back when it suits you.
Pre-Budget
Budget may not be all doom and gloom
Post-Budget
Paul Callow talks to Larry Williams on NewstalkZB
English plays it safe on the tax front
Deloitte’s Greg Haddon and his reaction to Budget 2009
Predictable, safe effort for difficult times