New Zealand Initiative
Counting the benefits of big events
The country's been promised big economic benefits from co-hosting the FIFA Women's World Cup. But do the figures stack up? Audio
Counting the benefits of big events
The country's been promised big economic benefits from co-hosting the FIFA Women's World Cup. But do the figures stack up?
AudioNathan Smith resigns from NZ Intiative after racist, sexist, anti-semitic views
The New Zealand Initiative says anti-Semitic and anti-Muslim comments in a blog written by one of its staff members are abhorrent and is seeking legal advice about what to do next.
Nathan Smith, who… Audio
Transport plan sparks front page road rage
Labour's ten-year plan for transport had a lot in it for the media to explain, but coverage focused on political claims and counter-claims about tax, and complaints about pain at the pump over the… Audio
Transport plan sparks front page road rage
Labour's ten-year plan for transport had a lot in it for the media to explain, but coverage focused on political claims and counter-claims about tax, and complaints about pain at the pump over the…
AudioQueenstown joins call for special economic zones
A think tank is urging the government to introduce so-called special economic zones, which can be used to vary tax rules and other legislation. Audio
Less red tape may help land supply - think-tank
A free market think tank says less red tape and new ways to fund infrastructure will help ensure there's enough land for housing in growing centres. Audio
Think tank urges rethink of charities regulation
A free market think tank says it's time to remove the unfair tax advantages enjoyed by for-profit arms of charity groups. Audio
