About us

New Zealand can be one of the world’s most prosperous small nations.
But we are falling behind.

It’s time for a shared, long-term plan for economic performance — one that most Kiwis understand and support.

Our why

Beyond Us started with an observation. Across boardrooms, community meetings and conversations around the country, people were asking the same question: what is the plan for New Zealand’s future economy?

Business leaders, community voices and young people could all see the need for a shared direction. Beyond Us was created to bring those voices together, and to build a plan for long-term prosperity that belongs to all of us.

What prosperity
means to us

Prosperity is about increasing the economic wellbeing of people in Aotearoa. When more Kiwis have high-paying jobs, when small and large businesses are profitable, and when families can build thriving lives here, our country is truly prosperous.

The gap

  • We are around 25% behind Australia in GDP per person
  • Productivity is below OECD average
  • More young Kiwis are leaving than returning

Success looks like a clear national plan to lift New Zealand’s economic performance. A plan that most Kiwis know about, understand and support. A plan that is already in motion, with real actions underway in communities and sectors across the country.

About us

A movement
for every Kiwi

Improving prosperity isn’t just an economic task. It’s a social one.

Our approach & programme

From concern
to coordinated
action

Beyond Us is a catalyst, not a controlling body. Our role is to coordinate, connect and support people and organisations who want to help build a more prosperous Aotearoa.

Short term, you will see:

  • A national conversation brought into the open, making prosperity a topic every Kiwi feels they can be part of.
  • More voices from business, iwi, communities and young people shaping the direction of Aotearoa’s economy.
  • Clear early actions that show real momentum and demonstrate how collective effort can create change.

Long term, we aim to:

  • Lift the economic opportunities available to people and families across Aotearoa.
  • Strengthen communities by creating more pathways to good jobs and sustainable local economies.
  • Make New Zealand a place where young people feel confident about their future here.
  • Build a sense of national alignment and shared purpose around prosperity.
Get involved

How You Can Play Your Part

Prosperity is built through shared responsibility. Choose how you want to contribute.

For everyday Kiwis

Prosperity is built through shared responsibility, across workplaces, communities and generations.

If you believe New Zealand can perform better and want our future generations to have greater opportunities, we invite your practical ideas and lived experience.


For Businesses & Organisations

Prosperity grows where businesses perform, organisations deliver, and leaders take responsibility.

We are building a practical, long-term economic plan. If your organisation wants to contribute capability, capital or leadership, this is your opportunity to step forward.


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