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… First introduced when New Zealand's legal drinking age changed in 1999, the then … who cannot produce a passport or NZ driver licence, the Kiwi Access Card is a reliable and secure alternative. And … temporary worker - but you do have to be 18 or over. In New Zealand, only driver licences issued in New Zealand (as …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/another-way-to-prove-you-are-youMechanical engineer loving New Zealand's outdoor lifestyle
… when I was l working in London, but when I first came to New Zealand on holiday in 2009 I discovered sailing was … that holiday and I loved it.” Chris’ partner, Emma, is a Kiwi, and in 2011 the couple made the decision to move to New Zealand. While Chris has managed to fit in lots of …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/mechanical-engineer-loving-new-zealands-outdoor-lifestyleFinding your Kiwi home
… When you first move to New Zealand, your top priority will be choosing a place to … choice of housing, from semi-rural retreats in regional New Zealand to apartment living in the heart of one of our … home for the maximum amount of sunshine. … Finding your Kiwi home …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/finding-your-kiwi-homeDestiny calls
… remembers the stories his grandfather told him about the Kiwi soldiers he met in Crete and Tripoli during the Second … paratroopers, strengthening the cultural bonds between New Zealand and Greece, he said. As a teenager, working in a … research into Williams Syndrome, a disorder discovered in New Zealand in 1961 by Dr J. C. P. Williams, further …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/destiny-callsQuantity surveyor moves to New Zealand
… part of everyday life – you are in survival mode. In New Zealand, there are fewer challenges and you are expected … Africa, they considered moving to Canada, Australia or New Zealand – countries with a stable government. They … Zealand is a great place to live once you’ve learned the Kiwi way.” … Quantity surveyor moves to New Zealand …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/quantity-surveyor-moves-to-new-zealandFrom skiing to surfing
… "I would definitely recommend that people who are new to New Zealand look into where they want to live based on their … sure exactly what to expect. Now I live here, I think the Kiwi culture is kind of similar to the Canadian. If I was …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-skiing-to-surfingExciting opportunities for civil engineers in New Zealand
… on industrial and commercial developments, and helped make New Zealand’s roading network safer and more resilient. “I … opportunities to develop my knowledge. The diversity of New Zealand’s terrain and environments makes working here … mountain bike and explore the outdoors with their Kiwi kids, Lewis, three, and baby Ailsa. “We really enjoy …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/exciting-opportunities-for-civil-engineers-in-new-zealandWorking in New Zealand as a civil engineer
… son soon after Jeff accepted a job in Christchurch, in New Zealand’s South Island. “Discovering we were about to have a baby prompted us to do lots of research about New Zealand, on everything from its healthcare system to … While US workers have no statutory minimum paid vacation, Kiwi workers are entitled to four weeks of paid holidays a …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/working-in-new-zealand-as-a-civil-engineerSoftware engineer moves from the UK to New Zealand
… says he was used to working long hours until he moved to New Zealand. “I have a tendency to work until I get tired, … home and enjoy your life.'" Faster pace Jon’s journey to New Zealand began when he met his girlfriend, Amanda Smith, … on an indoor rock climbing gym in Cheltenham. Amanda is a Kiwi, and when she was ready to return to New Zealand she …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/software-engineer-moves-from-the-uk-to-new-zealandBuilding a new life & a new city
… wife, Breffni, were looking for opportunities overseas. New Zealand was high on their list of options – it offered a … to be a lot of work. There was also the excitement of a new challenge – a whole new start. “We didn’t know how we … have a car at first.” "The girls are starting to get Kiwi accents and have become more sporty- we're by the sea, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-new-life-a-new-cityVolunteers flock to Zealandia
… 200 years to a time before European settlers arrived in New Zealand, bringing with them today’s ever-present enemies … Zealandia, birds like the kaka, which is rare on mainland New Zealand, and the little spotted kiwi, which now only survives on predator-free offshore …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/volunteers-flock-to-zealandiaWidening his horizons
… fourth-largest city, he also wanted to discover new places. “Life in Mendoza is calm and relaxed. It's a nice … for personal and professional growth, and to meet new people and see new cultures. That motivated me to start … Zealand. It has taken him a while to get used to how the Kiwi accent sounds. “You speak fast, and the pronunciation of …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/widening-his-horizonsSoftware engineer Elise moves to New Zealand
… when she signed up for job notifications on the New Zealand government’s immigration website. She was sent a … Elise was one of the chosen 94. She’d never even met a Kiwi before, but shortly after that trip she and her husband … to Wellington. Forward-thinking startups Elise arrived in New Zealand in August 2017 to work for Xero, which develops …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/software-engineer-elise-moves-to-new-zealandA marriage of career and lifestyle
… working in several countries, and fell in love with New Zealand Ilena Isak and Andrea Stocchero honeymooned in New Zealand, touring the country for 20 days in October 2012. … so far have been unexpectedly expensive groceries and cold Kiwi houses compared with those in Europe. “But we can put up …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-marriage-of-career-and-lifestyleFamily focus
… Tontini and Silvia Canessa first considered moving to New Zealand when Fabio was invited to Wellington to interview … vacancy with GNS Science. After only five days in New Zealand the couple were very impressed and liked what … their small apartment in Italy bought them a house with a Kiwi section (with room for a climbing frame and trampoline) …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-focusCarribean Vet moves to Hamilton
… While holidaying in New Zealand in 2013, Aurore Scordino received three job … The emergency veterinarian (vet) was in demand because New Zealand currently doesn’t train enough vets. Also, being … Veterinary Medicine and specialising as an emergency vet. Kiwi friends in the US would show her pictures of New …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/carribean-vet-moves-to-hamiltonAt home in Dunedin
… “We are so grateful to New Zealand and its people - they are so good to us and we … says Roodt family “We’re not South Africans living in New Zealand,” former South African rocket scientist Dr Henk … the culture here. To do that we need to be part of the Kiwi culture and we’re working hard to immerse ourselves,” he …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/at-home-in-dunedinFamily life returns for migrant couple
… have been here and they told me lots of good things about New Zealand,” Rene Quinones Rene Quinones is a painter with … family in the Philippines. The idea of moving to New Zealand came when Rene’s brother-in-law was applying for … the family. With our children here, our plan is to have a Kiwi lifestyle." Rene and Christina Quinones Food is easy to …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-life-returns-for-migrant-coupleVeterinarian moves from USA to New Zealand
… Some migrants fall in love with New Zealand, then find a job that enables them to move here. … of a professional opportunity – and discovered that New Zealand offers the kind of life she loves. Born in the … get a little bit more homesick in those situations.” But Kiwi hospitality helped: Janelle met her neighbours on …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/VeterinarianWorksinNewZealandDeveloper programmer moves to New Zealand
… Stuart. Stuart and his fiancée, Teri Milton, arrived in New Zealand in August 2016. Doing good work Stuart, who was … the Year in 2016, is one of Springload’s technical leads. "New Zealand workplaces have embraced flexible working." Klim … Time to be creative Stuart says he enjoys the Kiwi attitude that it’s important to balance working hard …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/developer-programmer-moves-to-new-zealandBeaches, barbies and a new lifestyle
… They decided soon afterwards that it was time to move to New Zealand. It was an appropriate start, the couple say, … was a reminder that things are done differently in New Zealand. Helen is a Kiwi but she had been away for 10 years – one of those …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/beaches-barbies-and-a-new-lifestyleYacht Designer moves from Italy to Wellington
… years ago from Italy. After deciding to leave their first New Zealand destination they shifted south to Wellington, … you’d met at previous events.” Inspired by the innovative New Zealand approach to yacht design, Lapo sold his boat … adjusting. Now though, Lapo says Duccio is the “most kiwi” member of the family and his son is pleased he stuck …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/yacht-designer-moves-from-italy-to-wellingtonA sense of belonging
… when she is moving back. “I’m not. Right now my life in New Zealand is great. I live in a lovely seaside community … playcentre to feel at home. Susie, her husband Pete – a New Zealander - and their two children live in Lyall Bay in … we discussed right from the beginning.” Because Pete is a Kiwi, she knew what to expect in terms of living standards …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-sense-of-belongingTaiwanese students stay after qualifying in Christchurch
… Lee was surprised at how much he enjoyed it. Moving to New Zealand as teenagers gave both of them relief from … him phone two months later and say he wanted to stay in New Zealand. It was different for Angela: she moved here with … in Taiwan – and their young son, Lucas, is growing up as a Kiwi. Initially, teenage Isaac didn’t think Christchurch …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/taiwanese-students-stay-after-qualifying-in-christchurchMoved by chance, stayed by choice.
… job at the University of Auckland and Mojdeh has set up New Zealand’s first Iranian institute. “Rotorua is a piece of heaven,” says Mojdeh. “It was the first city we saw in New Zealand. It was peaceful, it was beautiful.” Three … daughter Vianna was born. “I found very good friends, Kiwi and Iranian, we’re still in touch with most of them. It …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moved-by-chance-stayed-by-choiceFrom teenage student to successful resident
… development facilitator Monica Mu chose to study in New Zealand because it was an English-speaking country and … assisted her student application recommended Auckland as New Zealand’s biggest city. It was 2002 when Monica arrived … them around Auckland and “trying to expose them to as much Kiwi culture as possible” … From teenage student to …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-teenage-student-to-successful-residentA sweet Kiwi Life
… So it’s fitting that now Joth works as a beekeeper in New Zealand, one of the world’s most rugby-loving nations. … holiday in December 2011. His sister-in-law is from New Zealand, and his family had lived in Melbourne, Australia … sit and have a beer with you and have a yarn.” … A sweet Kiwi Life …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-sweet-kiwi-lifePsychiatrist moves from UK to New Zealand
… he still cuts the grass,” she says. The family had visited New Zealand a few times while deciding where to live, and on … and Ian decided it was time for a change. They chose New Zealand, and visited the North Island one August to see … demanding work.” The family had a perfect introduction to Kiwi life: on the day they arrived in March 2014, someone …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/psychiatrist-moves-from-uk-to-new-zealand-0Building a business and a life
… But when she was deciding where to do her master’s degree, New Zealand stood out. The University of Auckland is rated … gay, I decided to try the place that accepts my situation. New Zealand has same-sex marriage, which is a really, really … efficient and economical. “The thing I like most about Kiwi working life is, you can share your ideas, you can …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-business-and-a-lifeFrom Ireland to Auckland - a seamless transition
… uses the word “lucky” a lot when describing her move to New Zealand – and how easy it’s been to feel at home here. Ireland and New Zealand are often compared to each other. For civil … to cater for growth.” Máire loves the casual nature of Kiwi barbecues, where you can bring along a few uninvited …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-ireland-to-auckland-a-seamless-transitionThe fruits of her labour
… appropriate that a migrant in the process of becoming a Kiwi is working on ways to make the most of New Zealand’s kiwifruit harvest. Beijing-born Janelle Li Mo … University’s Singapore campus. Some lecturers flew from New Zealand to Singapore to teach the students. “We heard …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/the-fruits-of-her-labourWorth the effort
… laughs. Originally from Donegal in Ireland, Paddy moved to New Zealand in 2012 to work for ADT Security. The company … to spend that time somewhere I enjoy.” Paddy first visited New Zealand as a side trip while backpacking around Australia … and airport security systems – including supporting some Kiwi companies through ADT Security. When the company won the …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/worth-the-effort