Election 2026 speaker series: The Aotearoa New Zealand Economy—What’s working, what’s not, and what could we be doing differently?

This event is part of a special series of panel discussions exploring some of the key topics influencing the upcoming 2026 General Election.

Alumnus Brad Olsen facilitates a panel discussion with expert economists and researchers about the state of the New Zealand economy. They share their thought-provoking views and considerations heading into the 2026 General Election.

Panellists include: Brad Olsen, Infometrics, Eric Crampton, The New Zealand Initiative, Hillmare Schulze, BERL, Max Rashbrooke, commentator, writer and Victoria University adjunct senior research fellow, and Aidan Donoghue, VUWSA President.

Election 2026 speaker series

This is the second event in our Election 2026 speaker series.

Our public lecture series gives you the opportunity to engage with the latest thinking on the world’s major issues. To stay informed of upcoming public events and lectures at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, sign up to the public lecture mailing list.