Auckland Region's population will increase from 1.11 million to 1.56 million by 2021. Manukau is likely to overtake Christchurch as the second largest city by 2016. Five cities are expected to have fewer residents by 2021. Average age for a woman giving birth now 29.4 years. The 30-34 year age group now the most common for childbearing.
Fertility remains below replacement level.
Fewer deaths in 2001 compared with 2000. Slight increase in infant deaths during the last 12 months. Life expectancy is increasing. More marriages in 1999 than 1998. Trend towards later marriage continues.