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EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 25 MIN

Can NZ grow without more immigration?

from The SME Stream · host iHeartRadio NZ

Could more babies be the answer to New Zealand’s economic problems? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker unpack Winston Peters’ proposed $45,000 Kiwi Kids Grant, ask whether cash can really lift the birth rate, and look at why migration may still be the more realistic path to growth. Plus, why Christchurch and the regions are outperforming Auckland—and whether rising building consents offer a glimmer of hope. The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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