News | Technology
15 Aug 2025 23:05
NZCity News
NZCity CalculatorReturn to NZCity

  • Start Page
  • Personalise
  • Sport
  • Weather
  • Finance
  • Shopping
  • Jobs
  • Horoscopes
  • Lotto Results
  • Photo Gallery
  • Site Gallery
  • TVNow
  • Dating
  • SearchNZ
  • NZSearch
  • Crime.co.nz
  • RugbyLeague
  • Make Home
  • About NZCity
  • Contact NZCity
  • Your Privacy
  • Advertising
  • Login
  • Join for Free

  •   Home > News > Technology

    Conversation is Key: Kiwi women favour chat skills in online dating, survey shows

    A transformative survey by NZDating.com unveils a compelling narrative on contemporary dating criteria, with at least 40% of Kiwi women emphasizing the value of engaging in conversation above all else in online dating scenarios.


    The survey data paints a compelling picture: a substantial 40% slice of the NZ female dating pool is swayed by the siren song of stellar communication. This figure speaks volumes about the shifting sands in dating dynamics, where the ability to strike a meaningful conversation becomes a make-or-break trait in pursuing love and connection.

    However, the battle between the eyes and the soul is also ever-present in romance. The survey sheds light on this, with photos nudging just ahead of personality, captivating 26% of the cohort's interest, while personality is a close contender at 25%. This statistical tango suggests that the allure of a potential partner lies in a harmonious blend of visual and emotional attraction.

    Not to be overshadowed, shared passions carve out their niche, with 8% of women affirming that aligning hobbies and interests is critical in igniting the sparks of interest. Whether it's the love for art, a penchant for adventure, or a shared culinary curiosity, common passions remain a cornerstone of the architecture of affinity.

    These findings offer a treasure trove of insights for New Zealanders on online dating platforms, highlighting an unequivocal demand for features that nurture connections and conversations that resonate.

    As the digital dating scene evolves, so must the platforms that serve as the conduits for modern romance.

    NZ women are represented by a mosaic of individual preferences, signifying the nuanced and diverse criteria women apply when sifting through online dating profiles.

    These insights are reshaping the approach of online dating services, as the data dictates a growing trend towards platforms that foster rich, engaging conversations, such as NZDating.com which has rich discussion forums, in person events and private, internal email.

    As NZDating.com celebrates its 25th year of successful operation with over 2.5 million free accounts created and hundreds of thousands of happy couplings, spokesperson John Harris says their dedication to online dating in New Zealand continues to evolve in step with these findings to offer an enriched, inclusive user-centric dating journey for Kiwis of all ages and persuasions.

    "NZDating.com invites singles and seekers of love to dive into the depths of Kiwi romance, where the currency of conversation is valued above all. NZDating.com's free memberships allow Kiwis to discover a space where words weave the initial threads of connection, leading to relationships built on a foundation of meaningful dialogue." he says.

    © 2025 Nzcity.co.nz, NZCity

     Other Technology News
     15 Aug: The 'aura farming' boy danced for tradition, then the internet turned it into a trend and a trap
     08 Aug: ‘Slutty little glasses’: men’s eyewear fashion is the history of seeing – and being seen
     23 Jul: South Australia’s algal bloom may shrink over winter – but this model suggests it will spread to new areas in summer
     09 Jul: A computer science expert's reinforced that AI shouldn't be used to cut corners
     04 Jul: Tasman residents have been left with conflicting messages over what to do when mobile phones have no service
     04 Jul: Chorus is apologising for yesterday's mobile phone and internet outage in Tasman's Golden Bay, which affected 111 calls
     10 Jun: The Otago Regional Council's admitting further privacy breaches, during an investigation into it sharing the email addresses of hundreds of people
     Top Stories

    RUGBY RUGBY
    A reversion to a largely first-choice team for the All Blacks, as they open the Rugby Championship against Argentina on Sunday morning in Cordoba More...


    BUSINESS BUSINESS
    Grocery shopping keeps getting dearer and dearer for Kiwis More...



     Today's News

    Rugby League:
    The Warriors are desperate for a win but the New Zealand side's coach is on guard ahead of a visit from the giant-killers of this year's NRL in Auckland tonight 21:57

    Law and Order:
    Two people have been injured and several arrested following an assault in Auckland's Massey this evening 21:17

    International:
    Why is there a stoush over the Pacific's top meeting next month? 19:27

    Health & Safety:
    Health New Zealand's changing up hospital cafe menus in the name of a good diet 18:57

    Netball:
    The Queensland Firebirds coach sees Silver Fern Kelly Jackson as a potential mentor for fellow defenders, Aussies Ruby Bakewell-Doran and Isabelle Shearer, after joining the Super Netball side for next year 18:37

    Business:
    Grocery shopping keeps getting dearer and dearer for Kiwis 18:07

    Business:
    Rail Minister Winston Peters is disputing the reported final cost of dumping the mega-ferries project - of 671-million-dollars 17:47

    Rugby League:
    Warriors coach Andrew Webster insists they're on guard as they prepare for a visit tonight from the giant-killers of this year's NRL 17:27

    Law and Order:
    The Supreme Court has declined to release an autistic man from secure mental health care - where he's been for nearly 20 years 16:57

    Entertainment:
    Jennifer Aniston has filled her home with crystals to banish negative "nerves" from the mansion 16:42


     News Search






    Power Search


    © 2025 New Zealand City Ltd