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Ready-Mixed Concrete Volume Drops 10% in June 2025 Quarter
Statistics New Zealand reported that in the June 2025 quarter, the actual volume of ready-mixed concrete produced reached 891,909 cubic metres, a 10 percent decrease compared to the same period last year. The total for the year ending June 2025…
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New Zealand to Revise Offence Data Classification
New Zealand Police, Statistics New Zealand, and the wider Justice sector are implementing the revised Australian and New Zealand Standard Offence Classification (ANZSOC) 2023, effective 31 July 2025. This update aims to simplify and enhance the presentation of offence data.…
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in May 2025
Overseas visitor arrivals in New Zealand reached 190,600 in May 2025, marking an increase of 10,900 compared to May 2024. According to data released on July 10, 2025, the largest increases in arrivals were from Australia, up by 4,200, China,…
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New Zealand's Net Migration Loss to Australia Mirrors 2023 Figures
New Zealand experienced a significant net migration loss to Australia in 2024, with approximately 30,000 people moving across the Tasman Sea, according to Stats NZ. This figure mirrors the 29,400 losses recorded in 2023. Sarah Drake, international migration statistics spokesperson,…
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New Zealand's Dwelling and Household Estimates for June 2025
As of June 30, 2025, New Zealand has an estimated 2,125,000 private dwellings and 2,041,900 households. These national dwelling and household estimates are vital for planning, policy development, business strategies, and calculating market coverage rates. The Government Statistician authorises all…
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New Zealand's GDP Rises in March 2025 Quarter but Falls Annually
New Zealand's economy showed growth in the March 2025 quarter, but contracted over the year. According to Stats NZ, the gross domestic product (GDP) rose 0.8 percent in the March 2025 quarter, following a 0.5 percent increase in the December…
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NZ Household Saving Declines by $392 Million in March 2025 Quarter
New Zealand household saving experienced a significant drop of $392 million, falling to -$1.6 billion in the March 2025 quarter. Stats NZ reported that this decrease is attributed to household spending outpacing disposable income. Negative saving indicates that households are…
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New Zealand Home Consents Drop 3.8 Percent Annually
Aotearoa New Zealand saw a 3.8 percent decrease in new home consents in the year ending May 2025, with a total of 33,530 homes approved, according to Stats NZ. Despite this dip compared to the previous year, the numbers have…
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NZ Annual Enterprise Survey Shows Income Increase
New Zealand's annual enterprise survey (AES) reveals a $51 billion (5.5 percent) increase in total income, reaching $980 billion for the 2024 financial year. Total expenditure also rose by $26 billion (3.1 percent) to $857 billion. Businesses saw a $16…
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New Zealand's Goods Exports Rise by 9.7% in May 2025
New Zealand's goods exports experienced a significant increase in May 2025, according to the latest overseas merchandise trade statistics. Compared to May 2024, exports rose by $676 million (9.7 percent), reaching $7.7 billion. Conversely, goods imports saw a decrease of…
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NZ Labour Force Growth to Slow, Ageing Workforce Projected
New Zealand's labour force is projected to grow, but at a slower pace in the long term, according to national labour force projections. The projections, which cover the period from 2024 to 2078, also indicate an ageing labour force, reflecting…
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Stats NZ: 1 in 10 Young Adults Identify as LGBTIQ+
A Stats NZ report reveals that 1 in 10 young adults (10.2 percent of those aged 15-29) identified as LGBTIQ+ in the 2023 Census. This is compared to 1 in 20 adults overall (4.9 percent). The report, titled "LGBTIQ+ population…
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Improved Groundwater Quality Indicator Released in New Zealand
Stats NZ has released an improved groundwater quality indicator featuring more comprehensive data, additional measures, and a refined methodology. The indicator aims to provide a clearer understanding of the state of groundwater in New Zealand. Groundwater is stored underground in…
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New Zealand GDP Rises 0.8 Percent in March 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's gross domestic product (GDP) saw a 0.8 percent increase in the March 2025 quarter, according to figures released today by Stats NZ. This follows a 0.5 percent increase in the December 2024 quarter. Activity in the March 2025…
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New Zealand's Current Account Deficit Narrows Slightly to $5.5 Billion
New Zealand's seasonally adjusted current account deficit saw a slight decrease of $53 million, settling at $5.5 billion in the March 2025 quarter, according to Stats NZ. The figures, released today, indicate a marginal shift in the nation's financial flows.…
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New Zealand to Modernize Data System with New Census Approach and Monthly CPI
Sweeping changes to New Zealand's data system have been announced by Minister of Statistics Hon Dr Shane Reti, promising a more modern and future-focused approach to producing economic and population statistics. Stats NZ will move towards an admin-data-first census and…
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New Zealand Housing Density Increases, Affordability Still a Challenge
A report released today by Stats NZ reveals shifts in New Zealand's housing landscape, marked by increased density and a rise in multi-unit homes. While home ownership has improved, affordability remains a significant hurdle for many. The report, titled *Housing…
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New Zealand Food Prices Increase 4.4 Percent Annually
Food prices in New Zealand have risen 4.4 percent in the year to May 2025, according to Stats NZ. This follows a 3.7 percent increase in the year to April 2025. The rise was driven by higher prices for the…
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NZ Local Authority Statistics for March 2025 Quarter Released
Statistics New Zealand released local authority statistics for the March 2025 quarter, offering insights into the performance of core non-trading activities across New Zealand's territorial and regional councils. The data is accessible on the Stats NZ website. CSV files are…
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NZ Retail Spending Slightly Down in May 2025
Spending in New Zealand's retail industries saw a slight dip in May 2025, according to the latest electronic card transactions (ECT) data. Stats NZ reported that overall retail spending decreased by 0.2 percent, a drop of $9.9 million compared to…
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in April 2025
Overseas visitor arrivals in New Zealand reached 267,300 in April 2025, marking a 42,200 increase from April 2024, according to recent data. The largest increases were in arrivals from Australia (up 33,800), the United Kingdom (up 4,000) and the United…
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Internal Migration Up Slightly in New Zealand
Stats NZ data reveals that 2.2 million New Zealanders moved within the country between 2018 and 2023. The 2018 Census recorded just under 1.8 million internal moves since 2013. While the number of movers increased in 2023, the proportion of…
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New Zealanders Work Longer, Says Stats NZ
Stats NZ reported today that New Zealanders are entering the workforce sooner and working later in life. According to 2023 Census data, teenage participation in the workforce has increased compared to previous censuses. Dr. Rosemary Goodyear, 2023 Census spokesperson, noted…
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NZ Filled Jobs Dip Slightly, Gross Earnings Rise in March 2025 Quarter
Total filled jobs in New Zealand reached 2.26 million in the March 2025 quarter. According to figures released on June 9, 2025, seasonally adjusted filled jobs experienced a slight decrease of 0.1 percent (2,499 jobs) compared to the December 2024…
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New Zealand Businesses See Sales and Profit Growth in March 2025 Quarter
New Zealand businesses saw a rise in sales and operating profits in the March 2025 quarter compared to the same period last year. According to data, sales reached $190 billion, a 3.3 percent increase, while operating profit rose to $26…
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NZ Building Volume Flat in March 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's total building volume remained stable in the March 2025 quarter, according to Stats NZ. The seasonally adjusted figures showed no change from the December 2024 quarter, with residential building increasing by 2.6 percent, offset by a 3.9 percent…
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Stats NZ to Release Key Economic and Population Data
Stats NZ is set to release a series of key statistical reports over the next week, covering various sectors of the New Zealand economy and population. On June 5, 2025, the value of building work put in place for the…
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New Zealand Population to Exceed 6 Million by 2040
New Zealand's population is projected to surpass 6 million by 2040, according to Stats NZ. The current population of Aotearoa New Zealand is 5.3 million. Net international migration is expected to account for two-thirds of this growth, with the remaining…
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Dairy Price Surge Drives Increase in New Zealand Export Prices
New Zealand's export prices surged 7.1 percent in the March 2025 quarter, driven by rising dairy prices, Stats NZ reported today. This increase has pushed export prices 17 percent higher than a year ago, marking a significant climb since March…
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NZ Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drop Slightly in 2023
New Zealand's gross greenhouse gas emissions from industries and households saw a slight decrease of 0.8 percent in the year ended December 2023, according to Stats NZ. Emissions totaled 78,778 kilotonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, a reduction of 612 kt…
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