In conclusion!

I have enjoyed this journey of looking through the ages of social welfare. This journey has enlightened me on just how important it is to have a welfare state. It was interesting to note that historically, the wealth and vitality of New Zealand actually dictated more of an ideal and comfortable life for beneficiaries. Now we see the economic strain our country is in and how that is now dictating the changes that are being made. It became clearer for me to understand just how much impact neoliberisim had on this country and the ripple effect it is still creating, not only in welfare but for society at large. These impacts are inevitably affecting our children, not only through the economy, but through education. This will in turn have either a negative or positive outcome for our precious tamariki. I for one will now follow information on policy changes and reforms with a new found interest.