Author: Public Policy Club

PPC Speaker Series: Water

Following an interesting an informative event on Auckland Transport in Semester One, the Public Policy Club hosted a second Speaker Series in Semester Two. The topic for the evening was New Zealand’s water policy: “we’re proud of our environment, our “100% pure” image, and fresh water matters to us. But conversations on the topic can be […]

Application for 2018 Co-President Positions

We are looking for two Co-Presidents to lead the PPC team in 2018. The process of application is as follows: Administer your interest  here.  Applications close on the 6th of October at 11 am.   You will need to attend a meeting with the incumbent Co-Presidents to discuss the role. This is a quick, informal chat to […]

Blog: Youth Justice – where do the bigger parties stand?

Youth justice has become a large issue this election – with each party taking a different stance on how best to rectify the problem. The four largest parties each view the problem and its solutions differently.    Who do you side with? National plan to focus on young people who commit serious offences by introducing a Young Serious […]

NZ Politicians Read Mean Tweets

This election has had its twists and turns, but one thing remains constant – people trolling politicians on twitter. The PPC is delighted to present ‘NZ Politicians Read Mean Tweets’: a showcase of some of the best (and worst) tweets about your favourite politicians, read by the politicians themselves. We love the enthusiasm, but remember, […]

PPC High School Civics Programme 2017

In 2017, our civics team visited the year 13 cohorts of Aorere College and Onehunga High School to about the importance of voting. A team of two PPC leaders and five PPC delegates hosted workshops that inspired, empowered and educated the first time voters on the importance of voting and how important their voices are. […]

Blog: “Why don’t they vote?” The myth of the apathetic non-voter

As the 2017 general election approaches with frightening speed, it’s time to start thinking about voting. Young people are often harassed in the media for their low turnout at the polls. Many are quick to call us lazy and apathetic when it comes to politics. While it may be said that some people truly do […]

PPC PRESENTS: Baby Back Benches 2017

It’s that time of year again! Get your squad together for a night of beer, banter and baiting at PPC’s annual ‘Baby Back Benches’! Being #woke about what each political party is bringing to the table this election has never been so important, and PPC, along with each major party’s youth wing, have you covered. […]