International students are returning to New Zealand campuses, with numbers reaching pre-Covid levels. 

Education New Zealand says the students contribute billions to the economy annually. 

Universities New Zealand CEO Chris Whelan told Mike Hosking it's a welcome financial boost. 

He says as well as bringing life back to the campus, they also help keep our institutions afloat financially. 

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