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Is ‘peak Australia’ facing its banana republic moment?

ANALYSIS: With productivity in the doldrums and public debt rising, some are predicting that 2026 is at good as it gets for the Australian economy.

Lachlan Colquhoun Wed, 25 Feb 2026

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Happy 25th birthday to Australia’s GST. It’s time to grow up

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Nevil Gibson Sun, 13 Jul 2025

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Covid inquiry, Regulatory Standards Bill, OCR pause, back to work

ANALYSIS: It is still not clear whether former PM Jacinda Ardern will appear in person at Covid inquiry.

Brent Edwards Sat, 12 Jul 2025

Last Word

Something has to give at Senior Trust

ANALYSIS: It may be no coincidence that speculation about a looming statutory management has emerged at the same time the FMA homes in on the niche lender.

Hamish McNicol and Calida Stuart-Menteath Fri, 11 Jul 2025

Edwards on Politics

A clearer rationale for ownership might help struggling SOEs

ANALYSIS: In some cases, the Government might decide that commercial performance is not the key metric.

Brent Edwards Thu, 10 Jul 2025

Underarm

Happy 25th birthday to Australia’s GST. It’s time to grow up

ANALYSIS: Inland Revenue has suggested New Zealand increase its GST from 15% to 18%. In Australia, where many items are GST exempt, the politicians are terrified to raise it above the current 10%.

Lachlan Colquhoun Wed, 09 Jul 2025

Margin Call

Existential threat to traditional advertising models, practices

ANALYSIS: Mad Men, 2025: How AI is remaking and remonetising ads, and who is leading the race.

Tim Chesterfield Tue, 08 Jul 2025

Shoeshine

Will Xero make a meal of Melio?

ANALYSIS: Kiwi SaaS giant is paying up to gain better access to the US market, in an example of boldness rarely seen from New Zealand companies.

Will Mace Mon, 07 Jul 2025

Economy Matters

Fundamental shift in mindset required to boost productivity

ANALYSIS: The second in a series of articles addressing the key issues of NZ’s poor relative productivity.

Christoph Schumacher Mon, 07 Jul 2025

Guest Analysis

The dramatic long-term impact of inflation on pensions

ANALYSIS: Ensuring people get clear information early in their careers can significantly impact their wealth in retirement.

Brian Bloch Sun, 06 Jul 2025

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