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… out and about and joining in with things has helped the family to feel part of the community The year before last, … The move represented changes on several fronts for the family. It was a time for them to settle in one place … before. Terry was in the British Army, which meant the family was moving to a different country every couple of …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/an-international-familyJust the right lifestyle
… A big part of the family discussion about moving centred on a better lifestyle … Jenny, who was 19, Sam, 14, and Charlie, 5. It had to be a family decision. Dan Percival and his wife, Jackie Neville, … big and hot with wildlife that could eat you. In 2007 the family went to a New Zealand Expo in Manchester. “It seemed …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/just-the-right-lifestyleFamily focus
… of the world was Fabio’s job, but a noticeable focus on family life in New Zealand was what really sealed the deal. … in New Zealand. Knowing she would not have work when the family arrived, Silvia researched the cost of living in New Zealand before they made the move. “In Italy - a family of four - you need a couple of salaries just to reach …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-focusScottish family moves to Whangarei
… community near Whangarei gave Graham Stewart and his family the chance to “build our life around what we wanted to achieve as a family”. They also ended up, unlike many migrants, building a … someone’s house.” So what did they want to achieve as a family when they moved here? Something very simple: more time …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/scottish-family-moves-to-whangareiMoving from Kiribati to Auckland through the Pacific Access Category
… have to do extra study. Her priority now is to support her family. Kiribati’s future is uncertain. The tiny Pacific … climate change. “It was hard saying goodbye to friends and family, but we felt we were making the right decision to come … And there has been absolutely no pressure from our family in Kiribati to send money home. We cannot afford …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moving-from-kiribati-to-auckland-through-the-pacific-access-categoryHooked on Northland life
… Sometimes, the little things show you how far your family has come. When the Diers family lived in Johannesburg, approximately 500km from … It’s a nice day for us to spend together as a family, rather than being inside and watching TV.” The family …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/hooked-on-northland-lifeAt home in Dunedin
… experience.” Chrissie Roodt We’re Kiwis,” says Roodt family “We’re not South Africans living in New Zealand,” … Immigration required some tough choices for the family as it was the first time Chrissie had ever worked … later in the year. “I think if you come altogether as a family, that’s much easier,” Chrissie says. “It took us about …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/at-home-in-dunedinParenting in New Zealand
… Car Seat Rental Schemes. Plunket visits take place in the family home or at a Plunket clinic. Some cities have Plunket Family Centres where parents can go for additional individual … sleep. Talk to your Plunket Nurse, GP, or local Plunket Family Centre about ways to help you cope with fatigue. Some …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/parenting-in-new-zealandStructural Engineer moves from Philippines to New Zealand
… accommodation for six weeks so Neil could look for a family home. The climate took a little getting used to. “I … Neil applied for a resident visa while Loida arranged the family’s move here. “I told my wife this is a very nice … and friendly, plus my co-workers treat us like a family. We feel well settled here,” says Neil. Their church …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/structural-engineer-moves-from-philippines-to-new-zealandMoving and the effect on your relationship
… New Zealand When you move countries as a couple – or as a family – the challenges you may face increase. After all, … not as good as you imagined it would be? Your move means family and close friends are likely to be far away. So your … partner is already a big role. When you ask them to be family and best friend as well, you may be overloading your …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moving-and-the-effect-on-your-relationshipNew life an adventure
… decision to move was made easier knowing there was some family waiting at Christchurch Airport – Patrick’s sister and … told them that it would mean leaving behind friends and family for a place where they knew hardly anyone. Patrick and … it was a full house,” Esther says. “We were a big happy family – but it was nice when we finally got our own place.” …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-life-an-adventureGame Developer moves family from USA to Wellington
… realised it was time for a change. I wanted to broaden our family’s world view. I wanted our children to think of … changed. Over the next three months, they sold the family home and chose to get rid of most of their … had lived here, but they were also very sad to be leaving family and friends,” Jordan says. Still, at least the kids …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/game-developer-moves-family-from-usa-to-wellingtonChartered Engineer moves family from UK to Christchurch
… When Peter and Vickie Rickard-Green chose to move their family here from England, they were “hoping to make a change … leaving their friends. “Mia said, ‘I’m going to find a new family to live with, I’m not coming with you!’” says Vickie. … one month deciding and three months obtaining visas, the family arrived in April 2012. Peter jumped straight into work …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/chartered-engineer-moves-family-from-uk-to-christchurchBuilding a good business: The Pacific Stonemason
… when I came here for the first time to visit my wife’s family, I loved it. The air was clean, the food was good, the … up in Tonga, the second youngest of eight children. The family was poor and he’d do whatever work he could to put … to go to American Samoa. He knew his father had family there and tracked them down. A few years later, in …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-good-business-the-pacific-stonemasonBuilding a new life & a new city
… culture similar to Ireland’s and a great lifestyle for the family. Christchurch stood out. It seemed similar to cities … so thoroughly she knew which suburbs would suit the family – what amenities and schools there were. Martin and … adviser, got a 12-month work visa within three months. The family was soon on the way to Christchurch. After several …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-new-life-a-new-cityFull of smiling faces
… The family had to adjust to a quieter life and friendly police … a new country that could foster his career and embrace his family. He found New Zealand on the internet. “I didn’t know … in town during the day were new experiences for the family. They had left the densely populated city of Jaffna …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/full-of-smiling-facesFamilies on the move: helping kids cope with migration
… experience. Meanwhile, other children, in the same family, are more affected by the thought of what they will … outcomes are more than likely. The realists help the whole family to prepare for the move. Moving can be tough for teens … to have parts of their life that are independent of the family. A teenager’s idea of their own identity comes from …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/families-on-the-move-helping-kids-cope-with-migrationA cultural education
… South Africa, Garth says. “The Māori people have a strong family ethos and they look out for each other. Western … back to you and your wife, as the first people in the family who came to New Zealand,’ and I thought that was pretty cool.” The family lived in Bloemfontein, a city of approximately 400,000 …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-cultural-educationNew heights of happiness
… Singapore-born Fendi Jalalludin and his family dreamed of living in the shadow of mountains – they’ve … dedicated to a guy’s hobbies). In Singapore, where the family lived before, Fendi says you must be a millionaire to … in Singapore, language isn’t a problem. In summer, the family plans to tackle the cycling tracks around Nelson and …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-heights-of-happinessBuilding a supportive community
… was hesitant, and for many months she missed her home and family intensely. She spent a lot of time in tears. But … say Rana, who arrived in Whanganui with her husband and family about nine years ago from Abu Dhabi. “As part of the … “For settlement to be successful, every member of the family has to be happy,” says Jane. The weekly meetings …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-supportive-communityFrom skiing to surfing
… New Zealand one day. He was born in Christchurch, but the family moved to Auckland when he was 13, and have been there … in Auckland, it means the couple are able to be near his family. “My husband’s family has made it easier for me to settle in here- they have …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-skiing-to-surfingNew Horizons, Open Spaces
… When Ian Visagie and his wife Karien started a family, it made them think about where they wanted their … we thought New Zealand would be a better place, a bit more family friendly. And Karien is very afraid of snakes!” Ian … they’d made contact with another migrant South African family, so that family helped them with temporary furniture. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-horizons-open-spacesA sense of belonging
… to New Zealand from London in 2014 to be closer to Pete’s family and to give the children “a safer and more carefree … I would.” Susie’s children were both under two when the family moved and Susie took a break from her career to care … The first winter was pretty awful. Our house was cold, my family, who were my main network, were away for six weeks, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-sense-of-belongingYacht Designer moves from Italy to Wellington
… business, and more about undertaking a new challenge as a family. Renata jumped at the chance to change direction in … was no adventure anymore.” Migrating also brought the family closer together. “You are a team because at the … the way. Having holidayed regularly in New Zealand, the family knew the country well, but son Duccio, who was aged 13 …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/yacht-designer-moves-from-italy-to-wellingtonFamily life returns for migrant couple
… 7 and Nicola, 3, have been staying with Christina’s family in the Philippines. The idea of moving to New Zealand … materials when they are needed. “We saw that Kiwis are family-orientated. They are likely to work from Monday to Friday and spend the weekend with the family. With our children here, our plan is to have a Kiwi …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-life-returns-for-migrant-coupleCreating a second family
… at home in another country is building up an adopted ‘family’ around you. Sarah-Jane Lye has acquired the nickname … gelled so well. I ended up finding what I call my Kiwi family, and I'm now friends with all their friends,” she … of friends, settling in takes time. Far away from her family, Sarah-Jane could not talk to her close friends as …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/creating-a-second-familyEnroling with your local doctor
… is an investment in a healthy future for you and your family. Healthcare Services GPs / Accident & Urgent Medical … Enrolment is easy, costs nothing and benefits you, your family and your community. When you enrol, you pay less for … of enroling such as building up a relationship with a family doctor who can support you and your family’s needs. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/enroling-with-your-local-doctorAuckland Libraries: a gateway to a new life
… working in an architectural design company, with a family house and family to help care for her young daughter. In Auckland, she … in a small apartment in Mt Albert. Her husband used the family car to commute. She knew no one. At her daughter’s …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/auckland-libraries-a-gateway-to-a-new-lifeTaiwanese students stay after qualifying in Christchurch
… It was different for Angela: she moved here with her family when she was 13. The education system in Taiwan was … a place at Burnside High School, and moving to a home-stay family. The style of schooling here suited Isaac much more, … Her mother was a piano teacher, and having music in the family was a big influence for Angela – she’s been playing …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/taiwanese-students-stay-after-qualifying-in-christchurchA life of abundance
… raising children in New Zealand because of the outdoor, family-friendly lifestyle. When their twins William and … work part-time at Carefirst, striking a balance between family and work. An appointment with a patient lasts 15 … either of them to not be home in time for dinner with the family. Katy has observed different health beliefs that are …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-life-of-abundanceFamily first for Russian couple
… Igor and Saha Anany were thinking of their family’s future when they moved to New Zealand Getting … “The first year was very hard for her to be away from family and friends,” says Igor. “She got pregnant straight … apply for citizenship. Oh, and add another child to the family – hopefully a daughter. They’re happy to be raising …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-first-for-russian-coupleProtecting your family from disease
… being fully immunised may also protect them when visiting family or on holiday overseas. Immunisation reduces the risk … immunisation It is important to protect yourself, your family and the community from disease. Talk to your health professional to discuss your family’s immunisation needs and concerns, especially for …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/protecting-your-family-from-disease