New Zealand elections often turn on one defining issue. Sometimes it is tax. Sometimes it is housing. Sometimes it is law and order, health, or the cost of living. But in 2026, I think the issue we should be brave enough to debate properly is this: Should New Zealand introduce a capital gains tax? And, if we are serious about the long-term cost of an ageing population, should we also be asking an even more uncomfortable question: Should New Zealand consider an inheritance tax

Reporting on your sustainability efforts is a way to demonstrate corporate responsibility and a means to build trust with stakeholders, including customers, investors, and the community at large

Even without mandatory regulations, consumer interest in sustainability is driving the movement faster than government change. New Zealand consumers increasingly prioritise sustainability in their purchasing decisions

Economic benefits from sustainable practices can include cost savings, enhancing your reputation within your community, and tapping into a new trend of customers being increasingly influenced by a brand’s sustainability efforts and ethical practices.