The Reserve Bank of New Zealand's head of operations is in Dunedin, offering residents a unique insight into his day-to-day work.

Deputy Governor Geoff Bascand is involved in several local events, including a long lunch with members of the Otago Chamber of Commerce.

He's also delivered a careers talk at the University of Otago, for all students interested in the banking sector.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is the country's central bank, 100% owned by the government.

Its primary focus is to maintain price stability.

And it's also responsible for the national currency, as well as monetary policy.