Auckland’s speed limit study tried to race to conclusions, but ended up taking a few wrong turns on Benefit Boulevard and Assumption Avenue.
economy
NZ supermarket duopoly challenging to overcome
Little guys barely make a dent because they can’t get their hands on the same deals and it is expensive to set up shop.
Economic Update: IMF review of New Zealand’s economy focuses on the impact of the Reserve Bank
RBNZ rate challenges NZ housing affordability and the unemployment rate trends upward as KiwiSaver funds experience decline.
NZ pork industry in a tug of war between quality vs cost
Local pigs can’t fly when regulation handicaps NZ farmers against overseas competition.
New Zealand is studying central bank digital currencies
Will a government digital currency make any difference to the average person?
NZ universities facing multiple challenges
Universities face drops in enrollment, rising costs and changing attitudes.
RNZ publishes anonymous claim that Auckland’s water costs will double without 3 Waters
Projected rising costs for Auckland, if 3 Waters does not happen, looks like blatant politics.
Economic update: Inflation dips slightly, but business confidence is shaky
NZ’s inflation rate slows to 6%. Wages have risen, along with jobs on offer and house values.