New Zealand

the word trading spelled out in scrabble letters
The Australian

Dismantling the competition myth

17/02/2026
Australia’s economic transformation since the 1980s resulted more from Hawke-Keating reforms that opened markets than from the Trade Practices Act. Effective competition arises from fewer barriers, not merely regulations.

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spatial planning architectural model
Insights

New law, old mistakes

13/02/2026
The Resource Management Act 1991 has driven up housing prices and failed environmentally, prompting the New Zealand Government’s plans for new legislative reforms. However, key protections and definitions remain inadequate in proposed bills.

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close up shot of mine stones
Insights

New Zealand’s new reality

05/02/2026
New Zealand is negotiating a critical minerals deal with the U.S. under pressure for quick compliance, reminiscent of extraction rather than traditional ally negotiations, impacting security and expectations significantly.

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the beehive building in wellington new zealand
The Australian

Time to reform how governments reform

04/02/2026
At the World Economic Forum, Mark Carney emphasised the need for middle powers to reform their policy-making systems. New Zealand’s recent reforms highlight the challenges of bureaucracy and accountability in achieving lasting change.

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New framing is constructed home
Insights

Paying for growth

23/01/2026
There is an urgent need to reform housing funding by sharing GST on new builds with local councils to incentivise growth and improve housing affordability.

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Insights

From blueprints to building

19/12/2025
In 2025, New Zealand experienced a shift in attitudes as the government initiated significant reforms in housing, transport, and education, aiming for practical solutions and long-term improvements despite ongoing challenges.

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