{"title":"Peter Hughes","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeter Hughes offers insightful explorations into the workings of government and public administration, with a particular focus on New Zealand’s political landscape. His works delve into the complexities of policy-making and the practical challenges faced by public institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful analysis that bridges theory and practice, making his books valuable for those interested in politics, current affairs, and the evolving nature of public service in contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"contemporary-public-administration-in-new-zealand-by-peter-hughes-9781529238853","title":"Contemporary Public Administration in New Zealand","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book provides an updated account of New Zealand public administration, including insider stories of leading reform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHailed for its distinctiveness and high performance, New Zealand's radical public service reforms of the 1980s were studied, praised, criticised, and emulated around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, New Zealand has not stood still. The 80s model had tremendous strengths, reducing some problems but also creating new problems and exacerbating others. More recent reforms layered cultural and behavioural approaches on top of earlier changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContemporary Public Administration in New Zealand\u003c\/em\u003e, co-authored by the head of the New Zealand public service, describes decades of change, what worked, what didn't, and what challenges remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455538315500,"sku":"9781529238853","price":190.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/81dODOXmUhL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774780702"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/peter-hughes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}