What issues does New Zealand have?

The top three issues facing New Zealanders in May 2020 are the economy, followed by unemployment with housing / cost of housing in third position. Healthcare / hospitals and poverty / inequality occupied the fourth and fifth positions respectively.

Why were the British attracted to New Zealand?

Britain was motivated by the desire to forestall the New Zealand Company and other European powers (France established a very small settlement at Akaroa in the South Island later in 1840), to facilitate settlement by British subjects and, possibly, to end the lawlessness of European (predominantly British and American) …

Who colonized New Zealand?

British
Though a Dutchman was the first European to sight the country, it was the British who colonised New Zealand.

Are people in New Zealand poor?

Fact 1: There is poverty in the midst of prosperity in Aotearoa New Zealand. There is poverty amidst prosperity: There are around 682,500 people in poverty in this country or one in seven households, including around 220,000 children.

What are the top environmental issues in New Zealand?

Jointly produced by the Ministry for the Environment and Stats NZ, Environment Aotearoa 2019 outlines nine priority issues in need of attention. “This report provides a health check on our environment and shows it’s under pressure in many places – in our towns and cities, and rivers and oceans,” Secretary for the Environment Vicky Robertson said.

Are there any health challenges in New Zealand?

New Zealanders are living longer, and every year, more of us are aged over 65 years. This is good for individuals and their families. But it does mean social and health services will have to adapt, and it challenges the health system to find ways of providing services that are still affordable.

What are the priority issues in New Zealand?

The report identifies nine priority issues: climate change is already affecting Aotearoa New Zealand. Under the terms of the Environmental Reporting Act 2015, Environment Aotearoa 2019 was prepared independently of government by the Ministry for the Environment and Stats NZ. View the report and the indicators for Environment Aotearoa 2019.

What are the challenges of doing business in New Zealand?

New Zealand has laid out a welcome mat for foreign direct investment, offering incentives, rewards and a stable business environment. But having local knowledge of the legal, accounting and taxation framework is essential to any overseas venture, and there are still several challenges to overcome when setting up in the Pacific island.