It's fair to say that, for much of my lifetime, New Zealand certainly was a property-owning democracy and working people, ordinary people, had assets.

Economic growth which strips out the planet’s ecosystems is not sustainable

I only take on roles that I'm passionate about.

I deeply detest social distinction and snobbery, and in that lies my strong aversion to titular honours.

Although biodiversity loss continues globally, many countries are significantly slowing the rate of loss by shoring up protected natural areas and the services they provide, and in expanding national park systems with tighter management and more secure funding.

I think that generally New Zealand is respected for the positions it takes because it thinks them through.

Business can talk itself into a blue funk.