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Migration and tourism flows between NZ and the EU

Migration and tourism flows between NZ and the EU. Matthew Gibbons mlgibbons86@hotmail.com. Historical migration to New Zealand. Most migrants from the British Isles (Southern England, lowland Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Cornwall)

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Migration and tourism flows between NZ and the EU

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  1. Migration and tourism flows between NZ and the EU Matthew Gibbons mlgibbons86@hotmail.com

  2. Historical migration to New Zealand • Most migrants from the British Isles (Southern England, lowland Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Cornwall) • Few migrants from other parts Europe (Some Scandinavia, Dalmatia, Greece, Netherlands). Conspicuous. • Strong regional differences in NZ (religion, ethnicity, econ activity, architecture)

  3. European born population in NZ • 9.2% 1986 • 7.6% 2006 • Ageing population • Some recent growth (Britain, Germany) • Migration much more fluid these days

  4. NZ migration to Europe • 2007: 81% to Britain, 5.1% Ireland • Mostly in 20s and 30s on OE • Main migration flow by NZs after university • Dunedin study: 11.3% live in Britain by time 26, 5.3% there at 32

  5. Unparalleled labour market outcomes • Quarter NZs earn more over 750 pounds/week vs 7% UK population • Highest income group among those there >15 years • 4th highest income group for those there <15 years • Almost none are unemployed

  6. Why London and Britain • Easy access to visas • New experiences – exciting world city • Cultural similarities and friends • Professional and career development • High pay • But ‘unsustainability’ of life there

  7. Tourist arrivals from Europe

  8. Tourist departures to Europe

  9. Conclusion • Migration and tourism flows are still predominantly with the British Isles • Migration flows to Europe now more diverse as more to Republic of Ireland.

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