People, Urbanization and the Economy - NZ Demographics Flashcards
What is New Zealands total fertility rate
1.6
population replacement is 2.1 - indicates that if NZ population was relying soley on birth rates it would be declining (migration contributing to population increase)
New Zealands population is ___
the median age is ___
Ageing , 37.9 and rising
Is the distribution of age demographics across NZ uniform ?
No, there are some youthful cities (often university cities eg Dunedin) and some ageing cities/regions (thames). these differences in demographics reult in diffferent challenges facing the region and what infastrucutre is required to support the population
why has life expectancy been increasing ?
better access to reasources that aid life … such as healthy and nutritious food, healthcare ect.
which regions are the population growth centered ?
population growth is centered in urban areas, with some selective rural areas growing
Proof of a ageing popualtion and effects on demographics of workforce ?
compare empolyed labour force from 1996 to 2013
1996 : 11.5% of the empolyed labour force were aged 55+
2013 : 23.6% of the employed labour force were aged 55+
in 2013 what percentage of the population lived in Auckalnd ?
1/3rd
growing of concerntration of the population
is there an even distribution of the population between the north and south island ?
No. the north island has a greater majority of the population
what is the primary cause of rural depopulation ?
migration loss of young adult. this is accompanied by a low birth rate becuase the population of child bearing age ar ethose who are migrating out of the regions
(Jackson, 2016)
what are the predicted effects of structural ageing on the workforce ?
growing skills shortage and competition for labour, decreased unemployment levels
(Jackson 2016)
