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Immigration
looking up according to latest numbers (NZ
Herald 22.03.06)
By Brian Fallow
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jump in net immigration last month has reinforced confidence that a
turning point in the migration cycle has been passed.
The number of people arriving in New Zealand in February for at least a
year exceeded the number leaving for at least a year by 1420, seasonally
adjusted, Statistics New Zealand reported. That compares with an average
monthly net inflow of less than 600 last year, though it is still well
down on the average gain of more than 3000 during 2002 and 2003. The
February figure is up from a net gain of 640 in January and reflects 540
more arrivals and 240 fewer departures.
ANZ National Bank economists said the three-month moving average - a
measure which smooths out monthly volatility - had been rising steadily
since the middle of last year.
"Fears of a massive exodus of immigrants following a huge inflow
over the past four years now look overblown. A modest trajectory for
migration will clearly provide a floor of support to the housing
market."
The net gain of migrants for the year ended February was 8270, down from
11,130 the year before.
Kiwifruit
labour shortage in Bay of Plenty (NZ Herald 23.03.06)
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labour shortage is expected to be declared today in the Bay of Plenty
kiwifruit industry, which is searching for up to 12,000 seasonal
workers.
Under a new scheme, the Immigration Service will then issue seasonal
work permits lasting until the end of September to attract more migrant
workers to the Bay.
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