Payments NZ launches independent governance review
As part of an independent review of its role, mandate and governance arrangements, Payments NZ has appointed PwC New Zealand to assess whether its governance remains fit for purpose as Aotearoa New Zealand's payments ecosystem continues to evolve.
Read more 18 Sep 2026Payments NZ acknowledges designation of the High Value Clearing System
HVCS has been designated under the Financial Market Infrastructures Act 2021. Payments NZ will continue working with participants and the Reserve Bank as the new supervisory framework is implemented.
Read more 15 Sep 2026Submission on RBNZ consultation on crisis preparedness
Payments NZ has responded to the Reserve Bank's consultation on crisis preparedness and its implications for payment systems.
Read more 14 Sep 2026Payments NZ announces closure of API Centre
The Payments NZ API Centre will cease operating at the end of September 2026, marking the end of a significant chapter for the open banking ecosystem in Aotearoa.
Read more 21 Aug 2026Submission to Finance and Expenditure Committee on banking competition
Payments NZ has responded to the Finance and Expenditure Committee's questions, providing an update on its governance review and perspectives on open banking and future payments capability.
Read more 19 Aug 2026Payments NZ welcomes consultation on the future of Aotearoa New Zealand's payments system
Payments NZ welcomes the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua consultation on the future of Aotearoa New Zealand's payments system.
Read more 18 Aug 2026