ANZ Mortgage Rate Increases: ANZ and Westpac have raised fixed mortgage rates in New Zealand due to economic pressures, causing significant public attention.
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Trending searches in New Zealand for 2026-08-04
Explore the leading searches recorded in New Zealand on 2026-08-04. Updated Aug 4, 2026, 6:02 PM UTC.
Search trend report
Historical snapshot · Updated Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Archived search analysis for New Zealand
In New Zealand, recent search trends show significant concern over rising mortgage rates, severe weather in Wellington, political controversies, health incidents, and notable sports developments.
Topics in snapshot
24
Represented searches
45.6K
Leading topic
Politics
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Politics21% (5)
Money17% (4)
Sports17% (4)
Weather13% (3)
World13% (3)
Health8% (2)
Culture8% (2)
Technology4% (1)
Why people are curious
People in New Zealand are primarily curious to understand the reasons behind economic measures like mortgage rate hikes and changes in KiwiSaver, reflecting a need for explanation during financial uncertainty. The severe Wellington weather has raised worries about safety and prompts continuous updates. Political curiosity arises from following events and controversies involving figures like Brian Tamaki and from monitoring electoral polls, reflecting engagement with governance and law enforcement. Health-related searches indicate concern about personal safety following alarming incidents such as spider bites. In sports, interest in player movements and team updates shows active followership.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Snow in Wellington: Wellington faced severe weather including snow, large waves, and power outages, prompting safety warnings and public concern.
Brian Tamaki Gun Seizure Claims: Brian Tamaki claimed police seized his guns in a political move, generating notable interest amid controversy.
Burger Burger Liquidation Debt: Searches about Burger Burger's liquidation and its associated debts surged, reflecting concern over the chain's financial instability.
Britagne Miller Spider Bites: Interest spiked in reports of Britagne Miller's severe spider bite, highlighting worries about this health incident in New Zealand.
KiwiSaver Developments: KiwiSaver has trended as people seek explanations on recent updates and debates surrounding this retirement savings scheme.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in New Zealand
Each leading search paired with the reporting and related questions that help explain the curiosity.
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Money / Worrying | 8 days ago
burger burger liquidation debt
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 8 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 1K+ recorded searches. People are searching to understand a possible risk or disruption.
Last seen 8 days ago
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.