Articles by Alison Pavlovich PHD

A 2026 NZ Outdoors & Freedom Party candidate, she holds a PhD in Law, is a Chartered Accountant, and is enrolled as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court. With corporate sector experience, she is campaigning to restore people-focused decision-making in government and rebalance policy so the interests of ordinary New Zealanders and the environment are not overshadowed by corporate influence.

Golden visa recipients get residence without having to pay tax here

elocal magazine • Opinion • 3 Mar 2026

by Alison Pavlovich PHD

“While the government pats themselves on the back for the uptake of golden visas, it is important for us to recognise and understand what we have given away. For as little as $5m investment into the sharemarket or a managed fund, New Zealand has provided access to our public infrastructure and services while also providing far more advantageous tax settings than domestic residents enjoy. I would personally like to see an end to these visas. I…

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