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Is the South the new North?
Kiwi migration trends south.
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A significant "great Kiwi migration" is underway, with more New Zealanders moving from the North to the South Island for better lifestyles and housing affordability.
The property price gap between the islands has shrunk from over $350,000 to just $182,000. Canterbury is a popular destination, with property listing views up 7% year-on-year. This trend reflects a growing interest in the South Island's vibrant centres and accessible price points, reshaping New Zealand's internal migration patterns.
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