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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…
The wage cost of a lack of access to affordable childcare in Aotearoa New Zealand
Authors: Isabelle Sin | Thomas Benison
Working Paper
Access to suitable and affordable childcare is a prerequisite for labour force participation for many mothers.
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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.