Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa
@weallaotearoa.bsky.social
We are part of the global movement to redesign our economic system around the wellbeing of our people and te taiao.
We're proud to be part of the Better Taxes coalition. Yesterday we put out research showing the largest tech companies are making billions of $$$ in NZ, but are paying very little tax.
September 4, 2025 at 11:09 PM
We're proud to be part of the Better Taxes coalition. Yesterday we put out research showing the largest tech companies are making billions of $$$ in NZ, but are paying very little tax.
This week is National Volunteering Week.
The time and energy people put into caring for each other and te taiao, as well as volunteering, is not counted in the way we currently measure the economy with GDP.
The time and energy people put into caring for each other and te taiao, as well as volunteering, is not counted in the way we currently measure the economy with GDP.
June 18, 2025 at 3:44 AM
This week is National Volunteering Week.
The time and energy people put into caring for each other and te taiao, as well as volunteering, is not counted in the way we currently measure the economy with GDP.
The time and energy people put into caring for each other and te taiao, as well as volunteering, is not counted in the way we currently measure the economy with GDP.
A Future Generations Act is the antithesis of the Regulatory Standards Bill.
Instead of entrenching short-termism, a Future Gens Act would embed intergenerational wellbeing in public decision-making.
We're so excited to be working on this, read more here: www.weall.org.nz/future-gener...
Instead of entrenching short-termism, a Future Gens Act would embed intergenerational wellbeing in public decision-making.
We're so excited to be working on this, read more here: www.weall.org.nz/future-gener...
The Welsh Government asked its people what kind of future they wanted, then made it the law to act for generations to come.
Now, other countries are paying attention.
Want to see this where you are? Share and tag your elected reps to show what’s possible.
#FutureGenerations #WellbeingEconomy
Now, other countries are paying attention.
Want to see this where you are? Share and tag your elected reps to show what’s possible.
#FutureGenerations #WellbeingEconomy
June 18, 2025 at 3:39 AM
A Future Generations Act is the antithesis of the Regulatory Standards Bill.
Instead of entrenching short-termism, a Future Gens Act would embed intergenerational wellbeing in public decision-making.
We're so excited to be working on this, read more here: www.weall.org.nz/future-gener...
Instead of entrenching short-termism, a Future Gens Act would embed intergenerational wellbeing in public decision-making.
We're so excited to be working on this, read more here: www.weall.org.nz/future-gener...
Neoclassical economists be like "what externalities?"
Cartoon by Jon Adams @citycyclops
#wellbeingeconomy #capitalism #neoliberalism
Cartoon by Jon Adams @citycyclops
#wellbeingeconomy #capitalism #neoliberalism
June 3, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Neoclassical economists be like "what externalities?"
Cartoon by Jon Adams @citycyclops
#wellbeingeconomy #capitalism #neoliberalism
Cartoon by Jon Adams @citycyclops
#wellbeingeconomy #capitalism #neoliberalism
They paved paradise to put up a parking lot
May 29, 2025 at 1:40 AM
They paved paradise to put up a parking lot
Government budgets and household budgets work very differently.
As Verity Johnson sharply calls out, “In a very literal sense, this metaphor is whack.”
As Verity Johnson sharply calls out, “In a very literal sense, this metaphor is whack.”
Verity Johnson: ‘Running the country like a household’ is a political con
OPINION: Government knows there’s nothing similar between household borrowing and government borrowing. But it also knows that you don’t know that.
www.stuff.co.nz
May 26, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Government budgets and household budgets work very differently.
As Verity Johnson sharply calls out, “In a very literal sense, this metaphor is whack.”
As Verity Johnson sharply calls out, “In a very literal sense, this metaphor is whack.”
Politics aside, pay equity matters.
This is powerful, pan-political leadership. And we love to see it.
This is powerful, pan-political leadership. And we love to see it.
Pay equity changes: 'People's select committee' formed to gather evidence instead of 'high-flying cliches'
Former National MP Dame Marilyn Waring has gathered a group of female former MPs to look into the changes.
www.rnz.co.nz
May 26, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Politics aside, pay equity matters.
This is powerful, pan-political leadership. And we love to see it.
This is powerful, pan-political leadership. And we love to see it.
While boosting productivity is a commendable goal, we have big doubts this policy will achieve it. Despite the $34b it will cost, it will only boost GDP 1% over 20 years.
#Budget2025
#Budget2025
May 22, 2025 at 7:46 AM
While boosting productivity is a commendable goal, we have big doubts this policy will achieve it. Despite the $34b it will cost, it will only boost GDP 1% over 20 years.
#Budget2025
#Budget2025
Reposted by Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa
Today, April 30, 2025, marks Aotearoa New Zealand's Earth Overshoot Day-the date when our resource consumption surpasses what the planet can regenerate in a year if everyone lived like us. This places us three months ahead of the global average, underscoring the urgency for change.
April 29, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Today, April 30, 2025, marks Aotearoa New Zealand's Earth Overshoot Day-the date when our resource consumption surpasses what the planet can regenerate in a year if everyone lived like us. This places us three months ahead of the global average, underscoring the urgency for change.
What if democracy sounded less like a shouting match, and more like a conversation?
“Rather than shouting in the streets or arguing on the internet, deliberative democracy helps people to see one another as members of their community.”
newsroom.co.nz/2025/04/26/m...
#deliberativedemocracy
“Rather than shouting in the streets or arguing on the internet, deliberative democracy helps people to see one another as members of their community.”
newsroom.co.nz/2025/04/26/m...
#deliberativedemocracy
Winning essay: Deliberating on a future for democracy in NZ
Anzac Day commemorates those who fought for our democracy. Now, the winner of the inaugural Rod Oram Memorial Essay Prize asks, is it time to reconsider how we do democracy?
newsroom.co.nz
May 1, 2025 at 9:49 PM
What if democracy sounded less like a shouting match, and more like a conversation?
“Rather than shouting in the streets or arguing on the internet, deliberative democracy helps people to see one another as members of their community.”
newsroom.co.nz/2025/04/26/m...
#deliberativedemocracy
“Rather than shouting in the streets or arguing on the internet, deliberative democracy helps people to see one another as members of their community.”
newsroom.co.nz/2025/04/26/m...
#deliberativedemocracy
The IMF's latest WEO report is a stark reminder of the fragile foundations of our current economic system.
The IMF states the system which has 'operated for the last 80 years is being reset, ushering the world into a new era. Existing rules are challenged while new ones are yet to emerge.’
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The IMF states the system which has 'operated for the last 80 years is being reset, ushering the world into a new era. Existing rules are challenged while new ones are yet to emerge.’
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April 23, 2025 at 5:31 AM
The IMF's latest WEO report is a stark reminder of the fragile foundations of our current economic system.
The IMF states the system which has 'operated for the last 80 years is being reset, ushering the world into a new era. Existing rules are challenged while new ones are yet to emerge.’
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The IMF states the system which has 'operated for the last 80 years is being reset, ushering the world into a new era. Existing rules are challenged while new ones are yet to emerge.’
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One of the great ironies of our current economy is that we have generated a highly materialistic culture that does not seem able to actually value materials - the right to repair is a good step towards a more circular, regenerative economy.
www.weall.org.nz/news/right-t...
www.weall.org.nz/news/right-t...
Oral submission in support of the Right to Repair legislation — WEAll Aotearoa - Wellbeing Economy Alliance NZ
We support the right to repair One of the great ironies of our current economy is that we have generated a highly materialistic culture that does not seem able to actually value materials.&nbs...
www.weall.org.nz
April 20, 2025 at 5:35 AM
One of the great ironies of our current economy is that we have generated a highly materialistic culture that does not seem able to actually value materials - the right to repair is a good step towards a more circular, regenerative economy.
www.weall.org.nz/news/right-t...
www.weall.org.nz/news/right-t...
Come yarn with us!
Brilliant minds + snacks + casual drinks = low-key economic think tank x hangout.
RSVP here: weall.org.nz/events
Ps we are planning more events around the motu. Please send us a message if you are interested in co-hosting one in your town.
Brilliant minds + snacks + casual drinks = low-key economic think tank x hangout.
RSVP here: weall.org.nz/events
Ps we are planning more events around the motu. Please send us a message if you are interested in co-hosting one in your town.
April 20, 2025 at 5:26 AM
Come yarn with us!
Brilliant minds + snacks + casual drinks = low-key economic think tank x hangout.
RSVP here: weall.org.nz/events
Ps we are planning more events around the motu. Please send us a message if you are interested in co-hosting one in your town.
Brilliant minds + snacks + casual drinks = low-key economic think tank x hangout.
RSVP here: weall.org.nz/events
Ps we are planning more events around the motu. Please send us a message if you are interested in co-hosting one in your town.
Our current economic system is not here by default. It is the result of deliberate policy choices made 40 years ago.
Like many things in the ‘80s, we think some of these policies are in need of a refresh.
Like many things in the ‘80s, we think some of these policies are in need of a refresh.
Neoliberalism - leave it in the 80s.
Join the movement to reshape our economic system. 40 years ago this week, Rogernomics brought neoliberalism to New Zealand and today, it just isn’t delivering…
vimeo.com
March 6, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Our current economic system is not here by default. It is the result of deliberate policy choices made 40 years ago.
Like many things in the ‘80s, we think some of these policies are in need of a refresh.
Like many things in the ‘80s, we think some of these policies are in need of a refresh.