There's surprise among economists and industry experts after Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr abruptly resigned today.
Orr was almost halfway through his second five-year term.
Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell says no one's received an adequate explanation as to why Orr chose to depart today - and it's not good enough.
"Maybe he really is just exhausted - but still, you don't just walk out on the same day, on the eve of a really big conference being hosted tomorrow."
LISTEN ABOVE
Take your Radio, Podcasts and Music with you
