Media Statements

The Treasury has confirmed transition to the new Primary Market Access Framework for New Zealand Government Securities (NZGS), takes effect today 30 September 2019.

The Treasury has today announced that NZ$2.0 billion of nominal 15 May 2031 New Zealand Government Bonds have been issued via syndication.

The Treasury has today announced the appointment of the following joint lead managers to form the syndication panel for launch of the 15 May 2031 nominal bond: 

The Treasury have today released an updated Primary Market Access Framework. The framework outlines the acceptance criteria and ongoing requirements for eligibility to participate in New Zealand Government Securities (NZGS) tenders.

The Treasury today announced changes to the interest rates available on Kiwi Bonds, effective from 6 June 2019.

The Treasury today released a consultation document on proposed amendments to the criteria for participating in New Zealand Government Securities (NZGS) tenders.

The Treasury today announced changes to the interest rates available on Kiwi Bonds, effective from 21 March 2019.

The Treasury has established the Capital Markets Advisory Committee (CMAC) to strengthen assurance for its debt management, treasury services and export credit functions.

The Treasury has announced details of the regular New Zealand Government Bond tender schedule for the March quarter of the 2018/19 fiscal year. Formal confirmation of each tender occurs on announcement dates.

The Treasury today announced changes to the interest rates available on Kiwi Bonds, effective from 6 December 2018. The interest rates for the two-year Kiwi Bonds decreased from 2.00% to 1.75%.

The Treasury is making a minor modification to the New Zealand Debt Management Office (NZDMO) name by removing the word ‘Office’ from the current title.