FMA chief executive Samantha Barrass leaves her role after suspension over an investigation into workplace conduct, as a separate culture inquiry continues.

Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster calls for a review of laws covering smart glasses and wearable technology capable of covertly filming people.

Casey Costello is appointed New Zealand’s Organised Crime Minister, with plans for a multi-agency taskforce and new action on organised crime.

Rates cap bill passes its first reading, with councils set to face limits on annual rate increases and a 2% to 4% target range.

The Government unveils its final AML reform bill, proposing simpler customer checks and stronger powers to freeze suspicious transactions.