Professor Spoonley's The 'New' New Zealand: Are we ready for the change?

New Zealand is changing – fast. By the 2030s, our population will look radically different: older, more culturally diverse, and unevenly spread across the country. Can our public services and policies keep pace with tomorrow’s demands? How will your life be affected if they don't?

Distinguished Professor Emeritus Paul Spoonley is one of New Zealand’s leading social scientists. With insight and clarity, Professor Spoonley explores what these changes mean for our schools, hospitals, communities, and economy — and why many of our systems may not be ready. Join us to understand the future of New Zealand — and your place in it.

When: Wednesday, 12 November 2025 at 11am
Where: Whangaparāoa Library’s Pōhutukawa Room
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