Consensus on transport funding options needs converting into real progress

Monday, 15th July, 2013

“It is nice that a diverse group of Aucklanders has been able to reach a consensus on options for addressing Auckland’s transport funding shortfall,” notes Auckland Chamber of Commerce head Michael Barnett.

Women-only plan ignores diversity

Friday, 5th July, 2013

We have moved beyond gender balance as the sole differentiating criteria for selecting people of merit to top jobs, says Auckland Chamber of Commerce head Michael Barnett.

Kiwi formula brands deserve protection

Wednesday, 3rd July, 2013

Foreign brands quickly filled the void and New Zealand-made formula products now command a hefty premium, selling for as much as $70 a can. In 2009 formula exports were worth $753 million to the New Zealand economy, up from $63 million in 1999.

SkyCity gaming machines within context of a sinking lid

Friday, 28th June, 2013

It has always been inevitable that the SkyCity proposal to provide a world-class international convention centre would get caught up with social consequences.
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