New housing data shows the market hasn't quite matched the mood of the economy as of yet.

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand says housing sales are down 5.4 percent from January last year.

Prices were also softer, with REINZ's House Price Index dropping 0.6 percent compared to December. 

Property Investors Federation expert Matt Ball says it looks like the housing market will stay flat for the next little while, but it's about the bigger picture.

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New housing data shows the market hasn't quite matched the mood of the economy as of yet.
The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand says housing sales are down 5.4 percent from January last year.
Prices were also softer, with REINZ's House Price Index dropping 0.6 percent compared to December.&nbsp;
Property Investors Federation expert Matt Ball says it looks like the housing market will stay flat for the next little while, but it's about the bigger picture.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Matt Ball: Property Investors Federation expert on house prices dropping in January

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Over in the UK, a measles outbreak is impacting school-aged children and authorities are warning people to stay safe.

Families are being warned to ensure their children are up to date with their immunisations in order to avoid serious health complications.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says doctors have warned people that the outbreak could worsen if proper measures aren't taken.

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Over in the UK, a measles outbreak is impacting school-aged children and authorities are warning people to stay safe.
Families are being warned to ensure their children are up to date with their immunisations in order to avoid serious health complications.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says doctors have warned people that the outbreak could worsen if proper measures aren't taken.
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the measles outbreak impacting London

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US headline inflation rose by 0.2 per cent month on month and 2.4 per cent year on year - slightly lower than expected.

Experts say this is a positive step forward for the US financial markets.

Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.

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US headline inflation rose by 0.2 per cent month on month and 2.4 per cent year on year - slightly lower than expected.
Experts say this is a positive step forward for the US financial markets.
Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.
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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on US inflation being lower than expected

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! 

New Zealand is set to host its first State of Origin match at Eden Park next year. Do we think this is good news? What does this development mean for Auckland? 

The FTA with India has sparked debate and discussion, with Labour outlining their concerns. What do we make of this? 

What do we think really defines 'Kiwi cuisine'?

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!&nbsp;
New Zealand is set to host its first State of Origin match at Eden Park next year. Do we think this is good news? What does this development mean for Auckland?&nbsp;
The FTA with India has sparked debate and discussion, with Labour outlining their concerns. What do we make of this?&nbsp;
What do we think really defines 'Kiwi cuisine'?
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The Huddle: What really defines Kiwi cuisine?

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Matt Ball: Property Investors Federation expert on house prices dropping in January

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