Let the drafting begin!

Let the drafting begin!

Today we are starting with a blank canvas. New Zealand is one of the few countries this century to invite citizens to review their nation’s constitution. And to make the most of this rare opportunity, 50 talented young people selected from throughout New Zealand, and...
Bouquets and Brickbats for Australia

Bouquets and Brickbats for Australia

In the time honoured fashion of distributing bouquets and brickbats to worthy recipients, the Institute would like to turn its eye to our neighbours across the Tasman. We would first like to offer a bouquet following the unveiling in June 2012 by Australian...
It’s not a bottomless pit.

It’s not a bottomless pit.

Evan Davis, in his excellent book Made in Britain, makes the case that there are three basic rules or principles that all economies tend to follow: ‘first, a country will build its economy around the resources it has available. Second, a nation will deploy these...
Future Proofing the State

Future Proofing the State

This week our Chief Executive Wendy is attending the Australia New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG) Future Proofing the State Conference at Te Papa. The conference was opened last night with a keynote speech from the Rt. Hon John Key. He discussed how the...
Watch ‘The Big Idea’ on TVNZ7 7.30pm this week

Watch ‘The Big Idea’ on TVNZ7 7.30pm this week

This week, at 7.30pm each night,TVNZ7 will be airing a five-part finale series about big ideas that could transform New Zealand’s future. Hosted by Tim Wilson and a panel of experts, The Big Idea will tackle ambitious topics inspired by New Zealand’s leading minds. On...