New Zealand welcomed 51,000 new residents and their valuable skills in the last year, Immigration Minister David Cunliffe has revealed.

Mr Cunliffe said the New Zealand labour market and economy has benefited from over 130,000 temporary workers and over 51,000 new residents in the year ending 30 June.

"It is pleasing that so many high quality people from around the world are attracted to New Zealand - and increasing numbers are bringing their skills here." ... (more)