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Economic Data Insights
The Murihiku Southland economy is a force to be reckoned with. GDP of $8,839 million is at an all-time high and the region’s GDP per person continues to grow faster than the rest of New Zealand at $83,620.
The economy is robust, with a strong focus on its natural resources. Primarily driven by agriculture, forestry, and tourism, dairy farming is a key sector, supported by beef and sheep farming, which contributes significantly to both local and export markets. In fact, about 12% of all of New Zealand’s pastoral exports come from this region reflecting the region’s significant agriculture and manufactured contributions to New Zealand’s economy.
Below are some key indicators and associated commentary, with more information on data sources available in the Technical Glossary and via links to other dashboards.
Other Dashboards
The Government’s Regional Data Explorer has been developed by the Social Investment Agency in partnership with Regional Public Service Leaders. It brings together a range of social sector and economic data from Government agencies which users can drill down to a local level and even by age and ethnicity. For the Economy, data is provided on Kiwisaver and Employment.
