New Zealand's 2023 Census achieves near-record coverage, improving accuracy for Māori and Pacific peoples.

New Zealand's 2023 Census achieved a record-high coverage rate of 98.9%, counting nearly 99% of the population. Despite an overall response rate of 87.6%, down from previous years, the census saw improved accuracy, particularly for Māori and Pacific peoples, with their undercounts significantly decreasing from 2018 levels. The Post-enumeration Survey revealed a net undercount of 1.1%, with Māori and Asian ethnicities experiencing higher undercounts at 1.6% and 2.2% respectively.

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