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New Faces, New Futures: New Zealand

Data table for Figure 3.3

Reasons migrants chose New Zealand
Reasons Percent
Other 4.3
Accompany family members 7.4
To study 10.2
Economic conditions 13.4
Political stability 14.7
Marry or live with a NZ spouse or partner 16.0
Educational opportunities 18.1
Easy access to outdoor or sporting activities 22.4
Join family members 22.6
Safety from crime 26.8
Friendly people 27.6
Employment opportunity 28.3
A better future for my children 39.0
Climate or the clean green environment 39.6
Relaxed pace of life or lifestyle 44.2

 

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