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GDP: What Are We Actually Trying To Grow?

A recent international report (here) attracted attention by arguing that wealthy countries should stop pursuing economic growth and focus instead on wellbeing, equality and environmental sustainability. Unsurprisingly, the proposal has generated considerable debate. Critics describe it as unrealistic and disconnected from human nature. Supporters argue that endless growth on a finite planet cannot continue forever. Personally, I think both sides may be missing the more important question....

GDP: What Are We Actually Trying To Grow? A recent international report (here) attracted attention by arguing that wealthy countries should stop pursuing economic growth and focus instead on wellbeing, equality and environmental sustainab…

We’ve Heard “Trust Us” Before

By Andi Cockroft, Chair, CORANZ It seems I am writing quiet a few opinion pieces of late, but as we head toward an important General Election, the time seems filled with wonderful material deserving scrutiny. No less so than The Conservation Amendment Bill. The recent debate around the Conservation Amendment Bill has centred on whether proposed powers could one day be used to dispose of public conservation land....

We’ve Heard “Trust Us” Before By Andi Cockroft, Chair, CORANZ It seems I am writing quiet a few opinion pieces of late, but as we head toward an important General Election, the time seems filled with wonderful material deservi…

Fisheries Amendment Bill: Dead But it Won’t Lie Down

or Fisheries Reform: Timing and Process The Fisheries Amendment Bill, previously expected to progress through Parliament this year, has now been delayed at the request of the Minister. The Select Committee considering the legislation has been asked to extend its reporting timeframe, effectively pushing further consideration beyond the current parliamentary term. The stated reason is straightforward. The Bill has generated significant debate across both the fishing sector and Parliament, with differing views on key provisions....

Fisheries Amendment Bill: Dead But it Won’t Lie Down or Fisheries Reform: Timing and Process The Fisheries Amendment Bill, previously expected to progress through Parliament this year, has now been delayed at the request of the Minister. The Select …

GDP measures activity, not wellbeing.

New GDP figures suggest the New Zealand economy began the year with its strongest growth in some time. Early indicators pointed to increased activity across tourism, retail, and trade, with quarterly growth approaching one percent. At face value, this signals recovery. However, the same reporting acknowledges that rising energy costs and global instability are already placing pressure on households and businesses....

GDP measures activity, not wellbeing. New GDP figures suggest the New Zealand economy began the year with its strongest growth in some time. Early indicators pointed to increased activity across tourism, retail, and trade, with quarte…