New Zealand
Discussion paper
Lessons from across the Tasman: comparing the Australian and New Zealand retirement income systems
This paper compares the retirement income systems of Australia and New Zealand across metrics including adequacy, equity, and sustainability. It finds that Australia's compulsory contribution structure is very effective but that New Zealand's system promotes greater income equality and incentivises older people to stay in the workforce longer.
Discussion paper
Unlocking the potential of active ageing
The Ministry of Health is seeking feedback on the development of its Long-term Insights Briefing on active ageing, which is defined as ‘increasing opportunities for participation so people are contributing to society and taking opportunities to enhance their wellbeing and quality of life as they age'.
Report
State of VAD: voluntary assisted dying in Australia & New Zealand
The first annual snapshot report looking at the operation of Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) laws across Australia and New Zealand. The report finds that the laws are operating safely and compassionately, but access and equity vary. It also finds that some provisions intended as safeguards are operating as barriers to access for eligible people.
Report
The good, the bad, and the ugly: a decisive election for trade, or is the writing already on the wall?
This paper argues that both Republicans and Democrats see tariffs as a solution for their domestic economy when they are not. The paper makes the case for fewer protectionist trade policies and advances solutions New Zealand could explore.
Strategy
Health national adaptation plan 2024–2027
An outline of the strategic direction and national-level actions that the New Zealand health system will take to adapt to climate change. The Plan presents 27 actions under five focus areas, focusing on strengthening leadership across the health system, partnering with Māori communities, and addressing current and future inequity by making health a crucial factor...