Why we are Global Warming Criminals

Geoff SimmonsEnvironment

Given the natural assets we have – a small population with plenty of natural resources at our disposal, and plenty of scope for renewable energy – New Zealand should really be doing better at dealing with climate change. Instead we … Read More

Ban junk food marketing to kids

Geoff SimmonsUncategorized

One in three Kiwi kids are overweight or obese. They face a life where they are 3-10 times more likely to be obese, and this weight will be harder for them to shift than it is for others. Long term, … Read More

Labour – focusing on the ‘Wong’ things

Geoff SimmonsEconomics

Labour has got itself in a tangle over their ‘leak’ of Auckland housing data. Putting aside the politics of playing the race card, are they right? Foreign buyers may well be contributing to the Auckland housing crisis. But should it … Read More

Time for an OECD check up

Geoff SimmonsEconomics, Tax and Welfare

Today saw the release of the OECD report about Aotearoa New Zealand. As a part of being part of the rich countries club, we get a regular economic check up from the OECD doctor. So, everyone please pop on this … Read More