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Politicians are often accused of trying to pull the wool over the public’s eyes. It isn’t often they try to pull the wool under the public’s feet. Read more
The New Zealand Initiative has welcomed news that Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are still under consideration by the Economic Development Minister Simon Bridges. We also note that government documents released under the Official Information Act show that Ministers Bill English and Steven Joyce were supportive of the proposal. Read more
We all know two wrongs don’t make a right. But nor does getting something only half right. Read more
The Commerce Commission now has more powers to investigate competition issues in any area where it thinks there might be a problem. In this week’s National Business Review, the Initiative’s Chair, Roger Partridge, argues this was a bad idea. Read more
The Initiative's Executive Director Dr Oliver Hartwich speaks to SBS Radio (in German) on our recent business delegation to Switzerland.
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New research from a Roy Morgan poll looks into the concerns of Kiwi voters ahead of September's election - and it's housing affordability and inequality. Our Chief Economist Dr Eric Crampton and author Max Rashbrooke were on RadioLive to discuss what can be done to address these issues. Read more
Do you fancy living your lives more like the Swiss? It doesn’t mean developing a fondness for chocolate, fondue, beautiful watches or cuckoo clocks. Read more
In blocking the NZME/Fairfax and Vodafone/Sky mergers, the Commerce Commission again demonstrated its crucial role in shaping New Zealand markets. Both decisions were subject to close public scrutiny and attracted support and criticism, almost in equal measure. Read more
So here we go again. It is an election year, and we are witnessing the political equivalent of a soap show – only interrupted by the occasional attempted election bribe. Read more
Important developments often get overlooked during busy news weeks. With the Lions tour, the America’s Cup victory, and a salacious scandal or two, it can be hard to keep up. Read more