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New Zealand Citizen Exodus to Australia Reaches 13-Year High

New Zealand Citizen Exodus to Australia Reaches 13-Year High

More New Zealand citizens moved to Australia in the first three months of the year, according to the latest data.

The number reached its highest level in 13 years.

The movement is described as an exodus from New Zealand, with Australia as the destination.

It adds to pressure on New Zealand’s government.

The rise comes weeks before an election.

The data do not say why citizens left or what policy response may follow.

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