The purpose of this literature scan is to provide theoretical and evidential insights to a coalition (‘Coalition’) of non-government organisations (NGOs) with an interest in poverty into the microeconomic and long term macroeconomic growth effects of increases in social protection expenditure.

The report suggests that land-based industries like livestock, forestry, and agriculture were resilient during New Zealand’s lockdown period earlier this year. The report finds that these fields are coping with a number of uniquely New Zealand-based strengths, along with other factors beyond the country’s control.

The purpose of this study was to complete a literature review of the economic assessment of the costs, benefits and methods for the construction of houses that are designed and built to standards that exceed the minimum requirements as defined by the Building Code. The scope included international and local assessments, academic and grey literature...

The purpose of this discussion paper is to help stakeholders understand and consider the issues when developing a new generation medicines policy, so that it is fit for the future.

No New Zealand region will escape the current economic downturn, but some rural communities will face bigger impacts than others. This publication looks at how to identify and target support at communities most affected by COVID-19.