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The New Zealand Institute is a privately funded think-tank that is committed to generating new and creative debate, ideas, and solutions that contribute to building a better and more prosperous New Zealand for all New Zealanders.
Latest Publication
Not just a case of a recessionary flu
29 Apr 2009This perspective describes the New Zealand government’s fiscal outlook and sets out principles that should drive the New Zealand’s fiscal strategy.
Featured Presentation
22 Feb 2009
This describes the actions New Zealand should take to protect the vital parts of the economy in the face of funding risks.
Discussion Papers
Actions speak louder than words
05 Mar 2008 | Discussion Papers
This report outlines priorities to position New Zealand to operate successfully in a low emissions world.
We're right behind you
24 Oct 2007 | Discussion Papers
This report proposes a strategic approach for New Zealand in terms of reducing its emissions.
So far yet so close
12 Mar 2007 | Discussion Papers
This report describes actions that will improve the ability of New Zealand firms to get their goods and services to offshore markets by strengthening New Zealand's international supply chain links.
Competing to win
17 Nov 2006 | Discussion Papers
This report outlines an external strategy for New Zealand that is designed to significantly improve New Zealand's international economic engagement by strengthening the ability of New Zealand firms to access foreign markets.
Developing Kiwi global champions
07 Aug 2006 | Discussion Papers
This report identifies four areas for action that will contribute significantly to the development of many more Kiwi global champion companies.
News & Updates
The New Zealand Institute appoints new Director
30 Jun 2009 | Media Releases
The New Zealand Institute has today announced it has appointed Dr. Rick Boven as its new Director.
After the Budget: New Zealand still adrift without a compass?
29 May 2009 | 45 Kb PDF | Perspectives
Benedikte Jensen discusses the 2009 Budget announcement.
As inadequate as a lone chopstick
28 May 2009 | Media Releases
2009 budget not enough to springboard New Zealand out of the recession.
Rising unemployment
05 May 2009 | Media Releases
Rising unemployment must spur a focus on New Zealand’s competitiveness and measures to prevent a future social deficit
Reserve Bank move welcome: Government budget action the next test
30 Apr 2009 | Media Releases
The New Zealand Institute welcomed the Reserve Bank's decision to cut the Official Cash Rate.