Jason Shoebridge

Studio 58 - NZIER Alumni Series In our first Studio 58 conversation, Jason Shoebridge, NZIER’s CE, spoke with Dr Alan Bollard. The full interview is available to NZIER members: ap1.hubs.ly/y0J02x0 Find out about NZIER membership here: ap1.hubs.ly/y0H_MJ0

Only one more day until we release the NZIER 2025 Summer Reading List for the Prime Minister. Don’t miss this final chance to enter the giveaway -– closing at 6 pm today – details in our pinned post! Register for the livestream here: ap1.hubs.ly/y0q8Wb0

There’s still time to register for NZIER and BusinessDesk's livestream presentation of the 2025 Summer Reading List for the PM. Joining us will be Rowan Simpson, author of one of this year’s featured books, to share his insights. ap1.hubs.ly/y0psm10

An increase in the Alcohol Levy will provide much needed support for FASD, an area of need we emphasised in our 2024 report on costs of alcohol harms. Government announcement: ap1.hubs.ly/y0fc020 Report: ap1.hubs.ly/y0fbYB0

Disappointing recovery drives further easing in monetary policy, Quarterly Predictions - September 2025 hubs.ly/Q03Fq0rj0

@aw_nz Why does it not terminate at Britomart now?

Random Auckland transport nerd pic from 2003: The *overnight* train from Wellington, just arrived at Britomart Station

1–2 years' experience in econ or policy? Passionate about research and solving problems? We’re hiring an Economist in Auckland. Applications close Friday so get in quick: hubs.ly/Q03n3Pvz0 Questions: hr@nzier.org.nz

We’re looking for an Economist to join our Auckland team Find out more here: hubs.ly/Q03lybXx0 Any questions, contact: hr@nzier.org.nz

Meet Roshen Kulwant – Senior Economist at NZIER What he loves most about NZIER is its strong history of promoting economics in Aotearoa—home to a working MONIAC and the long-running QSBO.

NZIER's latest Insight calls for the short-term disruption impacts on local businesses and communities to be incorporated into infrastructure decision-making. hubs.ly/Q03fG3jM0

The impacts of today’s tariffs are uncertain. Previous U.S. tariffs on NZ sheepmeat, for example, backfired. Outcomes depend on how consumers, supply chains and global markets respond, but a chilling impact on the world reduces the outlook for New Zealand products.

Our latest report for Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission takes a look into the future. With an ageing population and rising pension costs, we explore how our retirement income policy system may need to evolve over the next 25 years. hubs.ly/Q03fctxv0

@ApsmRugby Great video and commentary from Bill McLaren. Some loose interpretation of the knock on rule though

1967 England vs New Zealand Twickenham, London (11-23) The first ever rugby match broadcast in colour

NZIER Consensus Forecasts suggest a contraction in the New Zealand economy in the year ending March 2025 hubs.ly/Q03c0C1x0

We’re excited to kick off our ‘Meet the Team’ series! Over the next few months, we’ll be introducing the incredible individuals behind NZIER. Stay tuned. Want a head start? Learn more about our team members here: hubs.ly/Q03bdGp30

Studying Economics, Finance, Business, or Commerce at @VicUniWgtn? Passionate about the Māori economy? Apply now for the NZIER Scholarship in Māori Economics 2025. Applications close 4:30pm, 31 March 2025. hubs.ly/Q039lrCh0

@JamieWall2 I have always thought that the answer is just to kick them out without their clothes. What seems like fun when they are streaking might not be such fun when they are having to catch the bus home naked.

Been thinking about the pitch invaders last night at Eden Park and how it’d be fun if they were put in a cell pitch side and forced to fight each other for their freedom in a fans bring weapons match

Our Public Good Insight on primary teacher quality received a lot of attention in 2024. It’s especially pleasing to see it referenced in the Government’s new Policy Statement on Teaching Council Functions released yesterday. Link to our report here hubs.ly/Q02_RNXQ0

The New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER), in partnership with BusinessDesk, has released its Summer Reading List for the Prime Minister for 2024.  Find out more about the books here: hubs.ly/Q02ZKZDL0

NZIER’s Breakfast webinar: Social investment: Funding the future of change is tomorrow morning at 7:30am This is your last chance to register! Register here: hubs.ly/Q02WdMQT0