The Wellbeing Budget is to implement change and prioritise the following 5 areas:
taking mental health seriously
improving child wellbeing
supporting Maori and Pasifika aspirations
building a productive nation
transforming the economy
While it's hoped that increasing health and wellbeing in New Zealand will foster increased prosperity, the business community gaze will be on building a productive nation, and transforming the economy, as well as on tax policy ahead.