4 Jul 2024

The history of selling New Zealand's public assets

From Afternoons, 3:20 pm on 4 July 2024

Last week the Labour/Green dominated Wellington City Council narrowly voted to sell its share in the Wellington Airport. 

The sale of public assets has been a controversial issue throughout New Zealand's history, especially since 1984. 

Today Dr Grant Morris explores that history.

Roger Douglas selling off state assets in 1988

Roger Douglas selling off state assets in 1988 Photo: TEARA