Insights

‘Insights’ is the weekly newsletter of The New Zealand Initiative. Every Friday it provides comment pieces on domestic and global policy issues and the state of the world as such. It is a newsletter serious enough for a think tank – and lighthearted enough for an enjoyable Friday afternoon read. Please subscribe to ‘Insights’ by visiting the website of The New Zealand Initiative: www.nzinitiative.org.nz

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A year of new beginnings

15/12/2023
In 2023, New Zealand saw a change in government, emphasising evidence-based policy and regulatory reform. The New Zealand Initiative looks forward to beneficial outcomes in 2024.

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Reform or transform?

17/11/2023
There is a substantial need for reforms to address pressing issues for long-term success. Future historians will judge the new Government by its results.

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Never again is now

10/11/2023
Over a month after the Hamas-Israel conflict, the death toll exceeds 1,400, with over 240 hostages. The lack of empathy and rise in antisemitism globally are deeply concerning.

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Business Slams NZ Government

08/09/2023
The 2023 Deloitte and Chapman Tripp Election Survey of businesses reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the Government among business leaders. They criticize the lack of coordinated economic plans, high operational costs, and inadequate support for investment and growth. The survey highlights the urgent need for a more collaborative and evidence-based approach from the Government.

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Children’s crusade 2.0

31/08/2023
The New Zealand Government is considering allowing 16-year-olds to vote in local elections, drawing inspiration from historic examples of young achievement. However, concerns about maturity and responsibility arise.

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