Q+A with Jack Tame Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, September 21 2025
Sep 20, 2025
Paul Bloxham, HSBC's Chief Economist for Australia and New Zealand, discusses the surprising GDP drop in New Zealand and its implications for future growth. Sara Templeton and Phil Mauger, competing for the Christchurch mayoralty, debate their visions for the city's development, focusing on transport and housing. They tackle crucial issues like emissions from transport and financial strategies for the local council. Plus, there's an eye-opening look at the booming Antarctic tourism sector and its environmental challenges.
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Mayoral Candidates' Opening Pitches
- Phil Mauger emphasised momentum post-quake and recent growth as reasons to re-elect him.
- Sara Templeton countered that future planning is needed for rapid growth and transport challenges.
Growth Needs Proactive Planning
- Templeton argues the council needs proactive planning to handle 30,000 new residents in ten years.
- She warns failure to transform transport will create future gridlock and climate adaptation issues.
Build Public Transport Now
- Invest now in public transport infrastructure, including bus lanes and stronger roads for heavy rapid-transit vehicles.
- Coordinate funding and planning with regional partners to avoid lost grants and delays.