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flag New Zealand's population grew 0.7% to 5.3 million by June 2025, the slowest since 2023, with births exceeding migration for the first time in over a decade.

flag New Zealand's population grew by 0.7% to 5.3 million in the year ending June 2025, the slowest pace since 2023, with natural increase surpassing net migration for the first time in over a decade. flag All 16 regions saw declining growth, driven by reduced migration, while birth rates contributed more to expansion. flag The South Island grew faster than the North, with Canterbury leading, and 64 of 87 local areas recorded gains. flag Wellington region saw near-zero net change despite a natural increase, as departures offset arrivals.

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