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.

Neoclassical economists be like "what externalities?"

Cartoon by Jon Adams @citycyclops

#wellbeingeconomy #capitalism #neoliberalism

They paved paradise to put up a parking lot

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

Slower global growth (2.8% projected for 2025) driven by rising trade tensions, policy uncertainty, and global instability signals more than a downturn — it signals a deeper need for change.

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.