Government funds are not ‘taxpayer money’ — media and politicians should stop confusing the two
We should stop referring to government funds as 'taxpayer money', writes Associate Professor Jonathan Barrett.
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New book celebrates 100 years of Accounting and Commercial Law at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
‘Celebrating one hundred years—Accounting and Commercial Law at Victoria University of Wellington (1912-2011) and beyond’ delves into the history and major changes experienced by the University’s School of Accounting and Commercial Law over more than a century.
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Trailblazing public servant Lyn Provost to receive honorary doctorate
Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington alumna Lyn Provost will receive the honorary doctorate of Doctor of Commerce during graduation week in December.