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Different Matters by Damien Grant

Different Matters with Professor Paul Spoonley

Sep 6, 2023
Join Professor Paul Spoonley, academic and author, as he discusses his book on New Zealand's demographic past and future challenges. They cover topics such as population growth, immigration, national identity, starting your own business, smart decline, hyperaging, and the growth of Auckland as a primate city.
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Quick takeaways

  • New Zealand's population has experienced dramatic growth followed by a decline, with implications for the economy and policymakers.
  • Auckland's growing diversity, with about 43% of its residents born overseas, contributes to its multicultural reputation.

Deep dives

New Zealand's Population Growth and Decline

New Zealand's population has experienced dramatic growth followed by a decline, with fertility rates plummeting. The implications for New Zealand's economy and policymakers are discussed.

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