This graph shows sharp changes in numbers of followers of major non-Christian religions in New Zealand over time. Buddhist numbers declined from the late 19th century after the gold rushes ended and many Chinese miners left the country. However, adherents of Buddhism and other non-Christian religions increased greatly in number from the late 20th century, mainly due to changes in immigration policy.
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Source: New Zealand census, 1876–2006
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