Stephen Franks talked to Ryan Bridge on Newstalk ZB about the Initiative's latest report on the Supreme Court. Listen below. Read more
On his show Canterbury Mornings on Newstalk ZB, John MacDonald discussed Roger Partridge's latest report about Supreme Court overreach with his listeners. Listen below. Read more
Roger Partridge talked to Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZB about his latest report and how the Supreme Court has moved out of its lane. Listen below. Read more
Roger Partridge talked to Emile Donovan on RNZ Nights about the Supreme Court overstepping its bounds, the subject of his latest report. Listen below. Read more
The United States offers a stark warning of the consequences of an activist judiciary. The outsized role of the U.S. Read more
Roger Partridge was a guest on The Leighton Smith Podcast to discuss his latest report. Listen below. Read more
This report warns of a looming constitutional crisis in New Zealand, as the Supreme Court increasingly oversteps its bounds, threatening the balance of power between the courts and Parliament. The report, "Who Makes the Law? Read more
Wellington (Tuesday, 15 October 2024) - A new report from The New Zealand Initiative warns of a looming constitutional crisis in New Zealand, as the Supreme Court increasingly oversteps its bounds, threatening the balance of power between the courts and Parliament. The report, "Who Makes the Law? Read more
There are easier jobs than NATO Secretary-General. And if you have just finished almost 14 years as Dutch PM, it is hardly a downscaling option. Read more
In this episode, Oliver talks to Roger and Richard Ekins. They discuss concerns about judicial overreach by New Zealand's Supreme Court, as outlined Roger's latest research report for the New Zealand Initiative. Read more
The webinar launched Roger Partridge's report "Who makes the Law? Reining in the Supreme Court," which examines concerns about judicial overreach by New Zealand's Supreme Court and proposes solutions to restore balance between Parliament and the judiciary. Read more
Dr Oliver Hartwich talks to Michael Laws on The Platform about Christopher Luxon's first year in office, focussing on his corporate-style leadership approach and the government's rapid pace of reforms. Watch below.
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Wellington (Monday, 14 October 2024) – The New Zealand Initiative strongly welcomes the Government's plans to liberalise New Zealand's foreign direct investment (FDI) regime, calling for swift implementation of these game-changing reforms. The Initiative's Executive Director, Dr Oliver Hartwich, praised the proposed changes: "For too long, New Zealand has been sitting on the sidelines when it comes to attracting foreign investment. These reforms will put us back in the game, bringing in much-needed capital, technology and expertise. Read more
Dr Oliver Hartwich talked to Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZB about proposed reforms to attract more foreign investment, with both ACT and NZ First supporting easier processes for international investors. Dr Hartwich supports these changes, arguing they could boost New Zealand's lagging foreign direct investment and productivity. Read more
As New Zealanders face rising costs of living, ACC's proposed levy hikes threaten to add another financial burden. It is time for a critical look at our accident compensation system. Read more
