Report
Local cures: a travelogue
This report on the Canadian First Nations Health Authority in British Columbia describes how their indigenous-led healthcare initiatives work for them and what lessons they hold for New Zealand.
Research Summary
The Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill
In this research note, the New Zealand Initiative argues that the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill, which would require large digital platforms to negotiate payment for news content with New Zealand media companies, is based on flawed premises and risks significant unintended consequences.
Research Summary
Safe to follow: faster access to medicines for Kiwis
This research note argues that the New Zealand government should consider automatic approval of drugs already approved by at least two overseas approval agencies.
Report
Prescription for prosperity: 2023 briefing to the incoming government
Drawing on more than a decade of research, this report acts as a roadmap for the incoming New Zealand Government. It provides practical, evidence-based proposals that cover immediate priority areas such as inflation control, and fundamental fields for reform, including education, health and housing.
Research Summary
Funding the future: the case for special purpose bonds
There are no silver bullets in housing and infrastructure policy. Too many separate problems compound, resulting in a severe housing shortage and some of the world’s least affordable housing. This publication highlights an alternative approach, drawing upon upon work undertaken by the Urban Land Markets Group.