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Autism diagnoses in New Zealand have more than tripled in 15 years

The PostThe PressWaikato Times1NewsFriday 7 August 2026 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A new study from the University of Otago shows autism rates among children and adults have more than tripled since 2009. Researchers warn that health and disability services must prepare for rising demand, as the increase shows no sign of slowing.

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First reported by The Post, Fri 7 Aug, 4:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours
  1. The PostThe Post via The Press

    Autism diagnoses triple in 15 years as demand for lifelong support grows (opens in new tab)

    Also on The Press (opens in new tab), Waikato Times (opens in new tab)

  2. 1News1News

    Autism diagnoses in NZ have more than tripled since 2009 (opens in new tab)