Nearly one in three married New Zealanders has had an affair, a new survey has found. But almost half of Kiwi couples say they would stay with a cheating partner and try to work things out.

What percentage of people who have affairs end up together?

According to WebMD, the “in love” stage of an affair lasts 6 to 18 months, on average. And around 75% of the marriages that start as affairs end in divorce. Considering only 5 to 7% of affair relationships lead to marriage, thats a grim statistic for couples hoping their affairs will last forever.

Is adultery illegal in New Zealand?

It gives offence to our Creator by violating the sixth commandment of God, “Thou shalt not commit adultery.” It damages the persons committing adultery, violates the marriage contract to be faithful to your spouse, gives offence to the spouse and gives scandal to the community.

How long after divorce can you remarry NZ?

The judge will hear from both of you and decide if there are grounds to make the dissolution order. If the judge makes the dissolution order, it will take effect 1 month after the order is made. You can remarry or enter into a new civil union as soon as the dissolution order takes effect.

How long does the average marriage last in New Zealand?

In 2017, the median duration of marriages and civil unions ending in divorce was at its highest in the last 25 years – 14 years, compared with 12 years in 1992. Couples that married in 1992 had a 1 in 5 chance of being divorced within a decade.