US EditionNew Zealand Posts Slowest Population Growth in Three Years
- New Zealand recorded a net exodus of 46,497 citizens with 71,851 departures in the 12 months to June 2025, the highest in 13 years.
- Following a severe recession last year, unemployment climbed to 5.2%, while net immigration steadily declined to 13,702—marking its smallest annual figure since late 2022.
- Many citizens, especially 38% aged 18 to 30, left seeking better-paying jobs abroad, mainly in Australia, which offers relocation packages and does not require visas for New Zealanders.
- The Reserve Bank projects just 0.7% annual growth for 2025, while the labour market shows softness with reduced investment and labour force participation dropping to near five-year lows.
- These trends imply a cooling economy with continued population outflows and weakened immigration, signaling ongoing challenges in economic recovery and labour market stability.
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New Zealand's population exodus hits 13-year high as economy worsens
New Zealand citizens leaving the country have hit the highest levels in 13 years, with more than a third of those emigrating aged under 30 years as unemployment rises and economic growth remains soft.
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Exodus of Youth: Record Emigration from New Zealand Amid Economic Struggles
New Zealand sees highest citizen emigration in 13 years, with young adults under 30 comprising over a third of the departing group. The economic downturn and rising unemployment are key factors. Many Kiwis are drawn to countries like Australia due to better job prospects and incentives to relocate.
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Total News Sources21
Leaning Left5Leaning Right3Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution38% Left, 38% Center
Bias Distribution
- 38% of the sources lean Left, 38% of the sources are Center
38% Center
L 38%
C 38%
R 23%
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