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Keith Rankin Chart Analysis – New Zealand Economic Growth Update

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June 18, 2026

Analysis by Keith Rankin.Role: Economic historian. Keith Rankin, 18 June 2026 – The latest quarterly economic growth data were released by Statistics today. The following chart summarises eight-quarter (ie two yearly) economic growth rates from 1990. I have colour coded the data to match the political party leading the government for each period. (Shades are lighter ... <a title="Keith Rankin Chart Analysis – New Zealand Economic Growth Update" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/06/18/keith-rankin-chart-analysis-new-zealand-economic-growth-update/" aria-label="Read more about Keith Rankin Chart Analysis – New Zealand Economic Growth Update">Read more</a>

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Fatal crash, Hunterville

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 1, Hunterville this afternoon. The two-vehicle crash near the intersection with Vinegar Hill Road was reported about 1:10pm. One person died at the scene, three others were treated for moderate injuries. State Highway 1 has since re-opened. We…

Appeal for information following crash, Papakōwhai

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Source: New Zealand Police Wellington Police are seeking information relating to a crash in Porirua on Thursday 18 June. The crash involving a car and a scooter on Whitford Brown Ave, Papakōwhai occurred just before 7:40am. The person on the scooter sustained moderate injuries. As part of Police enquiries into this crash, we’re keen to…

Serious crash: Waimarama Road, Hastings

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Source: New Zealand Police Two people have serious injuries after a two-car collision at Tuki Tuki, Hastings, this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the crash on Waimarama Road, between McLean and Matangi roads, about 3.45pm. The road is likely to remain closed for some time while emergency services work at the scene. Traffic management…

Greens commit to tax the super-rich and large corporates fairly, cut income tax for 96%

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Source: Green Party The Green Party has announced their 2026 tax policy ‘a tax system for all of us’ today. Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says, “All New Zealanders deserve the opportunity to thrive. Today we are proud to announce a tax policy that will tackle inequality and corporate greed to rebuild our country and put…

Serious crash, SH1 Hunterville

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on SH1, Hunterville, near the intersection with Vinegar Hill Road. Police were called about 1.10pm.  Initial reports suggest there have been serious injuries. The road will be closed, with diversions in place.  Please avoid the area if possible.  ENDS  Issued…

Operation North pumps the brakes on anti-social road users

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Source: New Zealand Police Canterbury Police successfully disrupted a planned anti-social road user gathering last night, issuing a large number of infringements, green and pink stickers, and impounding vehicles. The night began in Rangiora, where vehicles had gathered in a commercial carpark before leaving the area and headed towards Swannanoa. However the group’s movements were…

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