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What are the main sources of income for New Zealanders?

If you want to know the main sources of income for New Zealanders, the Household Economic Survey (HES) is the best source.

The HES collects each household's sources of income in great detail and shows the percentage share that various sources of income contribute to household income within New Zealand.

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