New Territory: The Transformation of New Zealand 1984-92

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In 1984, New Zealand was a country in crisis. The economy was stagnant, unemployment was high, and the government was deeply in debt. But over the next eight years, New Zealand underwent a remarkable transformation. By 1992, the economy had been revitalised, unemployment had fallen, and the government was running a budget surplus.

New Territory: The Transformation of New Zealand, 1984–92

by Colin James

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This book tells the story of how New Zealand transformed itself from a sleepy backwater into a modern, prosperous nation in just eight years. Drawing on interviews with key players and extensive archival research, this book provides a fascinating insight into one of the most successful economic and social transformations of the 20th century.

The book begins by setting the scene for the crisis that New Zealand faced in 1984. The country was heavily dependent on agriculture, and the global recession of the early 1980s had caused a sharp decline in commodity prices. This led to a collapse in the New Zealand economy, and the government was forced to borrow heavily to meet its commitments.

In 1984, a new Labour government was elected, led by David Lange. Lange and his team of ministers embarked on a radical program of economic and social reforms. They floated the New Zealand dollar, deregulated the economy, and cut government spending. These reforms were deeply unpopular at the time, but they ultimately led to a resurgence in the New Zealand economy.

The book goes on to examine the social and political changes that took place in New Zealand during this period. The reforms of the Lange government led to a significant shift in the balance of power in New Zealand society. The old guard of farmers and businessmen was replaced by a new generation of entrepreneurs and professionals.

The book also examines the impact of the reforms on New Zealand's Maori population. The Maori people had been marginalised for much of New Zealand's history, but the reforms of the Lange government led to a significant improvement in their economic and social status.

New Territory is a fascinating and important book. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the transformation of New Zealand in the 1980s and 1990s.

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"A fascinating and important book. New Territory is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the transformation of New Zealand in the 1980s and 1990s."—[Reviewer's Name]

"A well-written and insightful account of one of the most successful economic and social transformations of the 20th century."—[Reviewer's Name]

About the Author

[Author's Name] is a historian and journalist. He has written extensively about New Zealand's economic and social history. His previous books include [Previous Book Title] and [Previous Book Title].

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New Territory: The Transformation of New Zealand, 1984–92

by Colin James

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1189 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	367 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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