Why Everyone is leaving New Zealand

Unveil the stunning secret of New Zealand—a paradise losing its young talent! 🌄 With just 5.3 million people, this remote gem boasts top-notch living, education, and healthcare, yet faces a brain drain to Australia (over 10% of Kiwis live there!). Why are skilled workers fleeing? Dive into the quirks of its agriculture-driven economy, sky-high housing costs, and the Aussie influx. Can this picturesque land turn the tide? Watch now to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Why Everyone is leaving New Zealand is an episode from Economics Explained by Economics Explained.

This episode is 14:23 long.

This episode was published on Oct 11, 2025.

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