Payments NZ Board progresses independent governance review
Payments NZ is undertaking an independent governance review to assess whether its governance arrangements remain fit for purpose and continue to support the evolving needs of Aotearoa New Zealand's payments ecosystem.
Read more 27 Jul 2026Submission on the payment services regulation
Payments NZ has submitted feedback to MBIE on its payment services regulation discussion document. We highlight the need for a clearer, more coordinated framework for payment service providers to reduce complexity and support trust.
Read more 6 Jul 2026Consultation feedback on the EFTPOS Device Lifecycle Framework
Payments NZ has published a summary of industry feedback on proposed updates to the EFTPOS device lifecycle framework, highlighting broad support alongside differing views on how lifecycle settings should be applied in practice.
Read more 29 Jun 2026Behind every payment is a system of trust
Payments only work when trust exists. This Payments NZ insight paper explores why trust is critical infrastructure, underpinning resilience, interoperability, open banking and payments modernisation.
Read more 22 Jun 2026Submission on MBIE consultation on delegation requirements and professional trust accounts in regulated open banking
Payments NZ has submitted feedback to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment Hīkina Whakatutuki (MBIE) on its consultation on delegation requirements and the treatment of professional trust accounts in regulated open banking.
Read more 19 Jun 2026Submission on Petition of Benjamin Sims
Payments NZ has responded to the Petitions Committee regarding Benjamin Sims’ petition for automatic blocks on age-restricted goods purchases by under-18s.
Read more 19 Jun 2026