Interview: Politics, housing, and travel bubbles
It was a pleasure to talk to Andy Thompson on The Muster recently about politics, housing, and how the Trans-Tasman travel bubble help or hinder regional economies.
Politics
Less hui, more do-ey – please!
Over the summer break I was one of several economists asked to give our hopes for 2020. My response focussed solely on government action. I wanted to see less hui, more do-ey in 2020.
Provincial Growth Fund: lessons from Europe
This article reflects on economic development philosophy, including comparisons between the Provincial Growth Fund and European funds based on personal experience. It is written by Ceri Macleod, who is Economic Development Coordinator at Gore District Council.
Short electoral cycle breeds inexperience and conservatism
New Zealand’s short three-year parliamentary term is an impediment to meaningful policy implementation. Politicians have a fire under their bum to get stuff done fast. There is no time for new politicians to learn the ropes and, consequently, policy-on-the-fly becomes the modus operandi.