The country's overdue tax debt has hit $9.3 billion for the year to June, according to new reports.
It's growing faster than the Government's tax take and New Zealand's overall economy, prompting concern from experts.
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.
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