‘Hollowing out’: why are so many people leaving New Zealand?
‘Hollowing out’: why are so many people leaving New Zealand?  
Podcast: Full Story
Published On: Sun May 25 2025
Description: New Zealand is known as a dream destination – with its verdant, rolling hills and picture-perfect scenery. But some locals are feeling that’s not enough to keep them anchored to the island. Journalist Michelle Duff speaks to Reged Ahmad about why New Zealand is facing a mass exodus as people of working age flee the weak economy Australia news live: latest politics updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast