Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand
20 November 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Wellington building will reopen on Friday 21 November following the successful remediation of an isolated asbestos disturbance.
The remediation work has been fully assessed by a specialist asbestos consultant following removal works undertaken by a Class A licensed asbestos removal contractor. As part of this process, WorkSafe New Zealand reviewed all documentation and has confirmed that the area is safe for building re-entry.
The building closure has not impacted RBNZ operations.
Despite the reopening of the Reserve Bank’s Wellington building, plans to host the November Monetary Policy Statement media conference from the RBNZ’s Auckland premises on Wednesday 26 November will proceed as planned.
