As widely publicised, the first quarter of 2013 saw China replace Australia as the main destination for New Zealand’s exports. What is also worth noting is the speed of change that has occurred in getting to this position. This is notable as it indicates a momentum, and potential, for the future. In particular, it may be helpful to assess how growth may evolve over the short-to-medium term - for example, the next 3-5 years.
This month’s fiscal accounts are a story of unexpected revenue, and rosy gains and losses forecasts.
Edited by Max Rashbrooke, published by Bridget Williams Books
Local Government New Zealand Conference
The release of three major US economic indicators over the last two weeks, are all pointing to the fact the US economy has been picking up steam since March 2013. If the US economy can sustain this stronger growth over the coming year than the US economy will be in good shape to sustain strong growth over the coming years. A strong growing US economy will go a long way in helping the global economy; including New Zealand’s economy to grow at a higher level.
In our previous commentary on manufacturing we noted that the first quarter of 2013 was looking positive for manufacturing.
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The New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings is the official count of how many people and dwellings there are in New Zealand. The census provides a ‘snapshot’ of our society at a point in our history. New Zealand’s Censuses are held every five years, though the latest Census was delayed two years from 2011 to 2013, due to the Christchurch Earthquakes.