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New Zealand Sees Decline in Births and Fertility, Slight Rise in Deaths

18 May 2026 10:45 a.m. · Source: Statistics New Zealand

New Zealand's latest statistics for the year ended March 2026 reveal a drop in live births and fertility rates, alongside a slight increase in registered deaths, while infant mortality improved.

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New Zealand Births Rise, Deaths Dip Slightly in Latest Figures

19 Aug 2025 10:45 a.m. · Source: Statistics NZ

New Zealand's live births increased to 58,365, while deaths slightly decreased. The fertility rate rose marginally, but the infant mortality rate also saw an increase.

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