Supporting growth in tourism’s economic contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand

Sapere analysis finds tourism generates ~$40B with strong multiplier effects, but growth creates uneven funding flows and up to $3.5B in infrastructure investment pressures.
How cultural heritage can act as an engine for regional growth

In this article Dr Jamie O’Hare explains how cultural heritage drives regional tourism, economic impact, and community-led development in New Zealand.
Estimating the value of Healthline

Sapere’s analysis shows Healthline delivers substantial net value by reducing pressure on higher-cost parts of New Zealand’s health system.
Can New Zealand rethink aged care to meet the needs of the future?

New Zealand’s aged care system faces rising demand, funding gaps, and workforce shortages; urgent reform is needed to ensure sustainable, equitable, and affordable future care.
Is New Zealand’s capitation formula still fit for purpose?

Sapere’s modelling for Te Whatu Ora updates New Zealand’s capitation formula, using richer data to better align primary care funding with real patient and community needs.
Shaky ground or solid progress?

In this report Sapere evaluated MBIE’s earthquake-prone building system, finding improved national consistency and progress but ongoing challenges with resources, communication, and timely remediation.
Social Return on Investment (SROI) of a mental health helpline

Sapere was asked to undertake an SROI of a mental healthline, finding the service delivers a 9:1 return, demonstrating substantial societal and health system value across diverse user needs.
Powering the future: Key challenges and insights for New Zealand’s energy market

The article highlights New Zealand’s energy challenges, emphasising the need for secure, reliable electricity amidst decarbonisation, market uncertainty, and regulatory reform to support long-term investment and energy security.
The economic impact of the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Australian finance industry

This report explores how AI adoption in Australian finance could add $48.9B to GDP by 2035 through productivity gains.
Staff spotlight – Dr Julius Ohrnberger

Spotlighting Managing Consultant Dr. Julius Ohrnberger, his passion for research, making a difference, and his dream to dine with Kupe, New Zealand’s first Māori explorer.