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flag Over 72,000 New Zealanders, mostly young adults, left for Australia in the year to September 2025, seeking better jobs and lower living costs.

flag Nearly 73,000 New Zealanders left the country in the 12 months to September 2025, an 8% increase from the prior year, with many young adults aged 18 to 30 moving to Australia for better wages, jobs, and lower living costs. flag The exodus, driven by high housing prices and stagnant incomes, has raised concerns about a brain drain, though economists note New Zealand still attracts skilled migrants globally and views the trend as part of a broader talent exchange. flag Some migrants return temporarily due to personal or health reasons, and long-term intentions to return remain uncertain.

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