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There are reports that large numbers of people are considering leaving the country.
Nearly 11,000 more people left the country in the year ending in May than arrived, new data from Stats NZ shows.
It shows a preliminary net migration loss of 10,700 for the year, made up of 8,400 non-citizens and 2,300 New Zealand nationals.
In the year, 47,500 migrants arrived, but 58,200 left.
Last year there was a net loss of 4200 migrants.
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The number of New Zealanders leaving the country is expected to increase as the borders reopen.
A study by MYOB showed that: 4% of those surveyed said they had decided to move abroad. Another 20% are considering it.
The number of arrivals of 4900 migrants in the month of May was 6% lower than in May 2021, while the number of departures of 5700 fell 9%.
Infometrics economist Brad Olsen said the 42% drop in New Zealand citizens’ domestic migration and the 14% increase in New Zealand citizens’ annual departures reinforced his view that there was a “brain drain.” from local talent.
“The numbers also amplify the pressure on the workforce to accommodate all of the work currently on the books.”