The economic climate since then has continued to highlight the importance of financial education and in 2009 the strategy was reviewed to ensure it is relevant for today.

The strategy and new five-year action plan are the outcome of consultation with a wide range of key stakeholders and together they form the foundation of better co-ordination of financial education activities in New Zealand. Aligned with the National Strategy the Commission has developed a strategy and five-year action plan to reach Māori.