Social Issues

Inflation remains the biggest issue concerning New Zealanders, with concerns about crime at their highest levels.

Auckland, 11 August 2022 – The latest Ipsos Global Advisor study found that the vast majority of New Zealanders recognise that cycling plays an important role in the reduction of carbon emissions (84%) and traffic reduction (73%). However, 42% of New Zealanders are still more likely to use their own car than any other mode of transport for short distance trips, with only 7% saying that they would use their bike.

The latest of our Ipsos Global Advisor surveys included this additional report on Inflation - what New Zealanders are thinking and how they compare to other countries.

Our most recent Ipsos New Zealand Issues Monitor continues to track the key issues faced by New Zealanders and how these have changed over time.

A quarter of New Zealanders currently have poor levels of mental and emotional wellbeing, including nearly a third of women, according to a recent study commissioned by the Mental Health Foundation (MHF).
The study, conducted by global research company Ipsos, provides an insight into the wellbeing of New Zealanders and was administered at the end of 2020, following nearly a year of living through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent Ipsos New Zealand Issues Monitor continues to track the key issues faced by New Zealanders and how these have changed over time.

2020 has been a year of extreme change and volatility, leaving us feeling anxious about an uncertain future.

A month on from the tragic attacks in Christchurch, Ipsos has released the findings of its most recent Ipsos New Zealand Issues Monitor, a regular survey of the most important issues facing New Zealanders.