Newsroom
Losing sight of the lucky country – why we need a crisis to reform again
When I first visited Sydney in 1999, what struck me most were the cranes.
Economic reforms
Insights
A prescription that fits
This week’s Budget confirmed what most New Zealanders already suspected.
Research reports
Prescription for Prosperity 2026: Briefing to the Incoming Government
This is The New Zealand Initiative’s 2026 Prescription for Prosperity.
The Australian
Hormuz crisis may force reform – but only through catastrophe
When oil prices spiked after the Strait of Hormuz closed, New Zealand’s ministers lined up to reassure the public.
The Australian
Time to reform how governments reform
At the World Economic Forum last month, Mark Carney delivered a speech that should make every middle power pay attention.
Speeches
Presentation to the Dutch Business Association
Presentation to the Dutch Business Association, in cooperation with The New Zealand Initiative, at EY in Auckland.
The New Zealand Herald
Eden Park concert limits show how rules block growth
At Eden Park, concerts are capped at twelve a year from six artists.
Quadrant
Turning New Zealand into Singapore
“New Zealand is the best country on Planet Earth,” Christopher Luxon keeps telling everyone.
Insights
Want growth? Here is how to get it.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has promised everything his government does this year will focus on creating growth.
The New Zealand Herald
Time for a tune-up as New Zealand’s economic engine sputters
When I was a university student, I noticed my car was not accelerating as smoothly as it once had.