Rising Australian unemployment may reduce trans-Tasman migration appeal

Tuesday 20 October 2026 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Wed 21 Oct, 6:00am

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Economists suggest the appeal of moving to Australia may decrease as the Australian unemployment rate rises to 4.7%. While this remains lower than New Zealand's 5.6% rate, it represents the highest level of unemployment in Australia in a decade.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 20 Oct, 5:30am · 4 reports from 4 outlets over 24 hours

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The PostTue 20 Oct, 8:26am

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NZ HeraldTue 20 Oct, 9:18am

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