Abstract:
New Zealand, like many countries, has an ageing population which inevitably leads to implications for both social and economic planning. This lecture will present research from the University of Auckland’s Retirement Policy and Research Centre that uses modelling techniques to project the future impact of changes in state expenditure, government policies, population and healthcare. The lecture will also consider policy options that could be applied in the future to retain an appropriate level of assistance for the aged, while reducing the cost burden on the younger population.
