Insights
Birds of a feather
Voting for Forest & Bird’s ‘Bird of the Year’ opens today, featuring a unique election-themed twist and various bird parties with playful, clever campaigns reflecting New Zealand’s political landscape.
Month: September 2026
The Australian
NZ can reach orbit but can’t reach a decision
New Zealand’s military capability is limited, yet it excels in the space industry through Rocket Lab. The government’s inconsistent support hampers success, leaving future defence policies uncertain.
The New Zealand Herald
Town planners will finally have to answer for land prices
New Zealand’s recent planning law represents a significant shift, introducing an independent watchdog to monitor land prices and ensuring housing affordability, supported by a rare cross-party consensus for lasting impact.