Ngā pānuitanga me ngā kupu tohutohu ohaoha Economic advice and publications

We undertake economic analysis to assist colleagues and advise elected members on the costs, benefits and wellbeing implications of policy and infrastructure proposals.

We promote cost benefit analysis A way of making decisions by comparing the costs of doing something with the benefits of doing it.  to identify the net benefit The positive outcome you get after considering both the costs and benefits of a particular decision or action.  of options and demonstrate the trade-offs.

Through our Auckland Economic Quarterly and Insights papers, we offer insights to inform debate on issues that matter for Auckland’s overall wellbeing, including:

• how we accommodate growth
• housing affordability
• paying for infrastructure
• making trade-offs among competing priorities.

Gary is committed to evidence-based economic advice to help improve the liveability and prosperity of Auckland.

He joined Auckland Council in late 2021, having previously worked as an consulting economist and at the Treasury.

Originally from Murihiku, Gary holds a degree in economics from Victoria University.

Check out our latest Auckland Economic Update for a monthly snapshot of economic activity including real GDP growth, retail sales growth, real weekly rent, consumer spending, confidence indicators and more.

Email chief.economist@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz with your request to be added to the mailing list for any new publications.

Access previous publications on the Knowledge Auckland website. 

chief.economist@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

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