Leaky-home experts fear a proposed overhaul of the Building Act could leave unlucky home owners - apartment owners in particular - in financial ruin.

Under the new regime, liabilities are only assigned to the party responsible, and for many new buildings, a warranty will be required.

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny unpacks the concerns further.

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Leaky-home experts fear a proposed overhaul of the Building Act could leave unlucky home owners - apartment owners in particular - in financial ruin.
Under the new regime, liabilities are only assigned to the party responsible, and for many new buildings, a warranty will be required.
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny unpacks the concerns further.
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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

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Spain's Supreme Court has ruled that a man kissing the hand of a woman without her consent can constitute sexual assault.

This follows an incident from 2023, where a man approached a woman in Madrid, kissed her hand and made gestures to suggest she follow him and that he would pay her.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey explained further. 

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Spain's Supreme Court has ruled that a man kissing the hand of a woman without her consent can constitute sexual assault.
This follows an incident from 2023, where a man approached a woman in Madrid, kissed her hand and made gestures to suggest she follow him and that he would pay her.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey explained further.&nbsp;
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Spain's Supreme Court ruling kissing a woman's hand can be sexual assault

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ASB is facing a fine of around $6 million for breaching anti-money laundering rules. 

Banks are required to do their due diligence with their money, in order to comply with existing legislation - but ASB hasn't followed the right systems. 

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.

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ASB is facing a fine of around $6 million for breaching anti-money laundering rules.&nbsp;
Banks are required to do their due diligence with their money, in order to comply with existing legislation - but ASB hasn't followed the right systems.&nbsp;
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.
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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on ASB facing a $6 million dollar fine for breaching anti-money laundering rules

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After multiple delays, Kathmandu’s parent KMD Brands filed its half-year results, revealing details of a discounted capital raise and news that chairman David Kirk is stepping down.

The company, which owns outdoor brands Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz, reported a net loss of $13.1 million, sparking concerns among investors. 

Milford Asset Management expert Jeremy Hutton explained further.

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After multiple delays, Kathmandu’s parent KMD Brands filed its half-year results, revealing details of a discounted capital raise and news that chairman David Kirk is stepping down.
The company, which owns outdoor brands Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz, reported a net loss of $13.1 million, sparking concerns among investors.&nbsp;
Milford Asset Management expert Jeremy Hutton explained further.
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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on KMD Brands announcing an equity raise drive following multimillion-dollar loss

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

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