Migration Trends report
Migrant Trends 2016-2017 is the 17th in an annual report series examining trends in temporary and permanent migration to and from New Zealand.
Migrant Trends 2016-2017 is the 17th in an annual report series examining trends in temporary and permanent migration to and from New Zealand.
We proactively release Cabinet papers and supporting advice on our policy work.
New measures have come into force on 1 July 2021 to better protect migrants from exploitation.
We are changing the way employers recruit some migrants for temporary work in New Zealand.
Since it began in 2007, the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme has enabled employers in the horticulture and viticulture sector to recruit an annually capped number of seasonal workers from eligible Pacific Island countries to plant, maintain, harvest, or pack crops.
From time to time we seek public comment on a specific issue through a formal consultation process.
New Zealand will host an elite World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour event in 2026, supported through the Government’s Events Attraction Package.
The Regional Tourism Boost Fund (Round 1) was a contestable fund which provided $3 million to support regions to attract more international visitors and encourage their dispersal around the country.
More international visitors are expected to explore regional New Zealand in 2026 following a $3.69 million investment through the Government’s Regional Tourism Boost.
Round 2 of the Regional Events Promotion Fund awarded $2,590,709 of funding to 150 events.
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