OpinionEditorial: Time to open NZ migration doors widerEditorial: It has been a long wait for a clear measure of New Zealand's population. Now the census confirms it's 4.24m, it's time to think about how to increase that headcount.04 Dec 08:30 PM
New ZealandAsians fast overtaking Maori populationMaori will be outnumbered by Asians as the second-biggest ethnic group in New Zealand within the next decade, a leading academic says.03 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandCensus 2013: Facts & figuresStatistics New Zealand has released key census information on the country's population, its mix of ages and sexes, and where people choose to live.03 Dec 02:58 AM
New ZealandNZ's population hits 4.24m (+ map)New Zealand's population is now 4.24 million and is getting older and more ethnically diverse, this year's census has shown. Click here to see an interactive map from the data.03 Dec 12:52 AM
OpinionRod McNaughton: We can't take prosperity for grantedSmall is beautiful, but it can also be precarious, and New Zealand will need to work hard to stay in the Prosperity Index's top five. Rod McNaughton.06 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ No 5 on world prosperity listNew Zealand has been rated the fifth most prosperous nation to live in, according to an international report.30 Oct 04:30 PM
ConstructionAuckland job market boomCity's unemployment at lowest level since 2011 with average pay up to $1135 a week, writes Anne Gibson.22 Oct 04:30 PM
EconomyNet migrant inflow at 10-year highJump in arrivals will put further pressure on Auckland and Christchurch housing stocks, says economist.21 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandPost-quake boost for CanterburyChristchurch's population has predictably slumped since the earthquakes, but many people have moved to outlying areas, Census figures reveals.15 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland grows, rural areas declineSuper City's population nudging 1.5m while there were falls in many regional centres and country areas in the North Island.15 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandCensus calls rail loop into questionReduced growth figures suggest revision of Auckland's infrastructure plans needed, claims Statistics Minister.07 Oct 04:30 PM
BDBDManufacturingKiwis work longer, but produce lessNew Zealanders work longer hours than the average of their peers in other developed countries but produce a fifth less, a new report finds.22 Sep 10:55 PM
New ZealandBoom in the over 65 population - statsThe New Zealand population aged 65 and over has doubled since the early 1980s and is likely to double again by 2040, Statistics New Zealand says.13 Aug 10:56 PM
OpinionSudhir Rajagopalan: Auckland's awesome, so stop whingeingAuckland is unique because few cities can claim to be both a world-class urban centre and a beautiful garden city with so much scope for outdoor activities, writes Sudhir Rajagopalan.08 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Regions may need help to stay aliveNatalie Jackson's presentation about ageing to Local Government NZ's annual conference in Hamilton this week was a sobering look into the future, says Bernard Hickey.27 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Rising inequality largely a mythThe idea that New Zealand has become one of the most unequal societies in the developed world is just not supported by the data, writes Brian Fallow.17 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandLoiterers intimidating Hamilton localsA Hamilton radio personality - sick of his fiance being leered at and heckled - wants action to address antisocial behaviour in the central city's plaza.08 Jul 12:36 AM
OpinionGwynne DyerGwynne Dyer: Population growth simply unsustainableThe news on the population front sounds bad: birth rates are not dropping as fast as expected.01 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandFlow of migrants to Oz slowingMore Australians are coming to New Zealand and fewer Kiwis are crossing the Tasman in the latest sign that the grass may not be greener across the Ditch.24 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandAbortion rate lowest since 1995The number of abortions performed has fallen to its lowest rate in almost 20 years,19 Jun 06:33 AM
OpinionDavid Blaker: Auckland growth predictions exaggeratedNew Zealand is one of the very few countries to have total control over immigration. We have no boat people, few asylum seekers, writes David Blaker.17 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionGraeme Easte: Auckland needs population strategyBarring some unforeseen catastrophe, we certainly will grow from 1.5 million citizens to over 2.5 million by mid century, writes Graeme Easte.17 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil hedges bets on extra millionThe Auckland Council is talking up another one million residents in the city by 2041, but it is taking a prudent line when it comes to providing services.16 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionEric Watson: In praise of life in high-intensity housingAn issue at the heart of Auckland's draft unitary plan is whether the density of housing should be raised in parts of the city.01 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentTurning back from Oz dreamNew Zealanders are beginning to realise the Australian dream is not so perfect and the grass may in fact be starting to become greener over here.29 May 09:36 PM
OpinionDr Ann Bartos & John Mauro: Learn from other citiesSeattle's an economic engine, a leader in sustainability and a hub for culture and creativity, writes Dr Ann Bartos and John Mauro. It could easily be Auckland.29 May 05:30 PM
