The New Zealand Economics Competition is the most prestigious competition of its kind for secondary students. Approximately 2,000 students from around 90 schools compete each year in an online multi-choice quiz that tests classroom theory and general knowledge of current economic issues. 

Congratulations are in order for:

• Calan McDermott, who earned a High Distinction and was ranked 41st in his division, and 51st nationally
• Russell Gin, who earned a Distinction and was ranked 100th in his division
• Sasha Gaffikin, who earned a Distinction and was ranked 143rd in his division.

The competition is sponsored by the University of Auckland Business School, the Treasury, and the Kelliher Economics Foundation.