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2 December 2025 at 9:00 am

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International education drives NZ$4.5 billion economic boost as sector grows with strong public support

New Zealand’s international education sector continues its steady and balanced growth, contributing more than NZ$4. 52 billion annually to the economy and enjoying enduring public support for international students.  

According to latest Stats NZ data, education-related travel exports climbed to $4.

14 November 2025 at 12:00 pm

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New Zealand grows education partnerships at one of China’s largest international education events

New Zealand education took centre stage at the China Annual Conference and Expo for International Education (CACIE) and China Education Expo (CEE) in Beijing

17 September 2025 at 10:00 am

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Farewell to a champion for international students: Jessica Phuang retires after years of dedicated service

As a founding member of the Auckland Agency Group, Jessica played a key role in bringing together organisations to support the international student experience through tangible, cross-agency interventions.

21 August 2025 at 10:30 am

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Language and culture exchange strengthens ties with South Korea

The students, from 64 schools across South Korea, were welcomed by Waiuku College and St Peter’s School in Cambridge, where they connected with local students, explored school facilities, and experienced Kiwi culture first-hand. From powhiri to classroom visits, the exchange sparked meaningful cross-cultural connections.  

Powhiri at Waiuku College.

14 July 2025 at 10:31 am

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International student enrolments continue upward surge

International student enrolments in New Zealand continue an upward surge, and are up 21 percent on 2023, ENZ CE Amanda Malu says.

14 May 2025 at 10:30 am

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From the CE: Purpose, Place and Partnership

Kia ora koutou,  

I am pleased to report that the cross-agency work to develop an International Education Growth Plan for the Prime Minister and Ministers is progressing well.

14 May 2025 at 10:00 am

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UK sector hits out at “deeply controversial” international income levy 

International education leaders in the UK have expressed concerns about new proposals to place a levy on the income that institutions earn from international student fees.

14 May 2025 at 10:00 am

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Successful agent engagement and student recruitment drive in Malaysia

The events aimed to gauge student interest in studying in New Zealand and deepen collaboration with education agents and schools.

14 May 2025 at 10:00 am

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New Zealand institutions strengthen ties with Latin American education agencies

In April, ENZ supported the Study in New Zealand Agent Seminars – an event series organised by Kiwi EdLink, a New Zealand-based organisation that represents education providers across the country. New Zealand’s educations offerings for Latin American students were showcased to education agents at the seminars.

14 May 2025 at 10:00 am

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