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Earnings bunching at benefit abatement thresholds: evidence from recent policy changes
Authors: Dave Maré | Dean Hyslop
Working Paper
Government income support policies face a balance between providing adequate income, maintaining work incentives, and managing fiscal costs to the government. Recent changes to abatement thresholds in Aotearoa New Zealand aim to improve support and…
Expenditure patterns of New Zealand retiree households
Authors: Trinh Le | Euan Richardson
Working Paper
This research delves into expenditure patterns of retiree households in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Motu Research awards 2024 Sir Frank Holmes Prize - to Amelia FarrarMotu Research is thrilled to announce Amelia Farrar has been awarded the prestigious Sir Frank Holmes Prize for 2024.