Marilyn Waring says orthodox economics is ‘absolutely riddled with ideology’.
National, Act and the Greens all oppose reform bills.
Writers’ strike and Government review seen stoking uncertainty for film sector.
Extra money for universities comes from the underspend on universities because enrolments are down.
Low-income and rural households spend more of their income on infrastructure services than others.
But half-price public transport will continue for young people, those with disabilities and community service card holders.
Giving farmers more time to adapt is a ‘pragmatic’ approach.
Christopher Luxon promises to crack down on crime, fix roads and manage the economy better.
It would cut government spending, cut taxes and cut red tape.
The Office of the Auditor-General did not expect perfection but it did expect better documentation.