The Government wants to merge New Zealand’s councils into a smaller number of big councils. A new report from The New Zealand Initiative says this is the wrong fix. Read more
As a former academic, I know how onerous research publication can be. Before being published in a professional journal, an article must undergo peer review. Read more
We have a new colleague at The New Zealand Initiative. Our latest senior fellow is Major General John Howard, retired. Read more
The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) pays for the care and recovery of people hurt in accidents. It covers your treatment and some of your lost wages. Read more
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