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  • Volunteering in New Zealand

    … Volunteering is work people do in their own time for free. People in New … and a great way to learn new skills, make friends and get work experience.  For newcomers, volunteering also provides … connects people with volunteer roles that aim to create social and environmental change. do goOd jobs Securing a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/volunteering-in-new-zealand
  • Financial assistance

    … other people and have always had a strong commitment to social welfare. For example, New Zealand was the first … assistance if you lose your job or are unable to work because of illness or an accident help with saving for … Affairs Public housing Public housing, also known as social housing, is provided by the government through Kāinga …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/money-tax/financial-assistance
  • Visas for New Zealand

    … to stay your country of origin your age your health your work and study plans, and if you want to bring your partner … Zealand’s visas can often change. Political, economic and social factors can influence the rules at any time. You can … Zealand If you are on Visitor Visa or an NZeTA, you can work remotely for an overseas employers or client while …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand/visas-for-new-zealand
  • Customs & communication

    … 'Kiwi' culture, the harder it can be to understand subtle social differences. We describe ourselves as ‘friendly but … will come to understand just how New Zealanders ("Kiwis") work. To get a feel for who we are as a people, visit 'New … are doing something that is not appropriate.   Food and social occasions Sharing food is a common Kiwi way of …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/customs-communication
  • Developer programmer moves to New Zealand

    … in Wellington, he thought it sounded like a cool place to work. “Springload gave off a really nice vibe about its work culture. My fiancée and I had an appetite for adventure … in terms of quality,” Stuart says. “Wellington is very social and it has a fun, feel-good vibe. You’re made to feel …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/developer-programmer-moves-to-new-zealand
  • Developer programmer jobs in New Zealand

    … throughout the country, and demand is growing.   A perfect work/life balance There can’t be many people who move … story Developer programmers have the opportunity to work organisations of various sizes - from large global … up of a large number of tech companies and tech-driven social enterprises that aim to make the world a better place. …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/developer-programmer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Retirement

    … (the Cook Islands, Niue, Tokelau) or a country that has a social security agreement with New Zealand (e.g., Australia). … you need to know about NZ Super on the Ministry of Social Development’s Government’s Work and Income website. New Zealand Superannuation | Work
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/money-tax/retirement
  • Jobs in Gisborne

    … New Zealand data, 2018 Gisborne Seasonal Work Looking for more general employment information?   Tips to find work Job market overview Our NZ way of working Support in the … - aims to improve the employment, education, economic and social conditions of women. Activate Tairawhiti   - supports …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/gisborne/jobs-employment
  • Our NZ way of working

    … New Zealand way of working. One thing your employer and work colleagues will be looking for is the positive, ‘can do’ … are also very important, so it is good to meet people at social and other events like training and presentations. … people in other organisations. It's good to meet people at social events, trainings and presentations. Balancing work, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/our-nz-way-of-working
  • Moving from Germany

    … according to the 2021 Fund for Peace report covering social cohesion and other economic and political indicators, … debate. Fragile State Index | Fund for Peace Famous work/life balance New Zealanders have a great work ethic and … in business services, construction/utilities, health care/social assistance and education. Prospects are particularly …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/germany
  • Moving from South Africa

    … University Rankings 2023 | QS Top Universities   Famous work/life balance People in New Zealand enjoy a great lifestyle. We work hard and are keen to succeed, for sure. But we also … in business services, construction/utilities, health care/social assistance and education. If your job or profession is …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/south-africa
  • Building a new life & a new city

    … and with the rebuild there was going to be a lot of work. There was also the excitement of a new challenge – a … that with the huge cost of the move, they had to make it work. “We decided it was all or nothing.” Nearly two years … on living and working here in Christchurch.” Groceries, social activities and petrol seem expensive. However, the …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-new-life-a-new-city
  • Meeting people

    … Workplace communities Workplaces in New Zealand are fairly social. People will often chat about things that are … lives. This is an easy place to make contacts, but while work relationships may be friendly, they may not extend past … the workplace. Look for opportunities to get involved with social occasions. Some workplaces have sporting teams or …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/meeting-people
  • Government services for Australians in New Zealand

    … Superannuation The social security agreement between Australia and New Zealand … to certain benefits and pensions under the other country's social security system. It allows you to use your periods of … to meet the residence criteria. Overseas pensions - Work and Income Social security agreement with Australia - …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/australianinnz
  • From teenage student to successful resident

    … you interact with people. " Student visas allow part-time work and Monica found jobs by walking into restaurants and … Chinese here in New Zealand and I did some volunteer work.” Monica opted for a psychology degree at Auckland … network, The Future Dragonz, grew out of this, offering social networking and learning opportunities for local and …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-teenage-student-to-successful-resident
  • Moving to New Zealand from the UK

    … a friendly atmosphere, an easy going way of life and great work life balance. New Zealand was voted No.1 for future … 46 countries. HSBS Expat Explorer League Table 2021 Envied work/life balance The quality of life in New Zealand really … occupations, particularly (but not solely): healthcare and social services construction, trades and infrastructure …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/uk
  • Moving from Ireland

    … a positive ‘can do’ attitude and good opportunities for work, especially in certain parts of New Zealand and for … of living in New Zealand Cost of Living | Mercer Finding work Many people from Ireland are finding jobs in New … business services, construction and utilities, health care/social assistance and education. The job market is …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/ireland
  • GP makes the move from India to Tauranga

    … life meant the choice to stay was easy. He and wife Sam work as doctors: Sam is a house officer and Sharath is a … to all the DHBs (District Health Boards) enquiring about work. “Tauranga was the first hospital that wrote back and … Sam misses her friends in India, but has built up a social circle here – that often happens more quickly in small …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/gp-makes-the-move-from-india-to-tauranga
  • Moving from Kiribati to Auckland through the Pacific Access Category

    … a call from an Aged Care home in Hobsonville and I started work pretty much straight away.” Ritia’s eldest daughter … shy or scared." Ritia Tioti Ritia’s long-term goal is to work as a midwife in New Zealand, but for that she will have … form of weekly family tax credits and from the Ministry of Social Development they received an accommodation supplement …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moving-from-kiribati-to-auckland-through-the-pacific-access-category
  • Moving to New Zealand from Singapore

    … and less hot and humid than in Singapore. People here take work seriously, but we also make sure we spend lots of time … free or low cost if you are a citizen, resident or hold a work visa valid for two years or more. Private healthcare … and infrastructure education engineering healthcare and social services ICT, electronics and telecommunications …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/singapore
  • Psychiatrist moves from UK to New Zealand

    … very complicated and it’s impossible to time everything to work to a certain date,” he says. Birgit had to register her … to look for a job. “English isn’t my mother tongue, and to work as a doctor, you need it on a high level. So I had to … is a rural area, and some residents have high health and social needs. Birgit has also found it is full of different …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/psychiatrist-moves-from-uk-to-new-zealand-0
  • Moving to New Zealand from the USA

    … find New Zealand is quieter and gentler with a great work/life balance. Envied work-life balance New Zealand is known worldwide for its … occupations, particularly (but not solely): healthcare and social services construction, trades and infrastructure …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/usa
  • Move to New Zealand

    … move to New Zealand. You are more likely to be able to work in New Zealand if you have: the skills New Zealand needs … circumstances, to make your move easier. 6 Settle in Begin work and start settling into your new home. Ways to meet people in New Zealand include: work social clubs, community groups, volunteering, meetups and …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand
  • Just the right lifestyle

    … the circle just increases of course and then you get to work and you make new friends there as well.” Dan Percival … to Auckland, which seemed the most likely place to find work. Armed with a book on the best places to live in … kids have no problem staying in touch with old friends on social networks such as Facebook. Jenny, who was distraught …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/just-the-right-lifestyle
  • Moving from Canada

    … world. Better Life Index | OECD Our constitution Enviable work/life balance The quality of life in New Zealand really … to many other countries. New Zealanders have a strong work ethic but we also believe in having a good work-life … and infrastructure education engineering healthcare and social services ICT, electronics and telecommunications …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/canada
  • Structural Engineer moves from Philippines to New Zealand

    … through overseas industry bodies ASEAN and APEC, so his work is recognised in New Zealand. He encourages other … Neil got the job after a Skype interview. He arrived on a work visa in June 2013. Boss Derek picked him up from the bus … here,” says Neil. Their church also provides plenty of social opportunities. “We have Christmas parties and attend …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/structural-engineer-moves-from-philippines-to-new-zealand
  • Living life to the full

    … family jokingly tell her to stop uploading photos to social media of her life in New Zealand. “The lifestyle is … new outdoor activities, in her free time and during her work as a mathematics teacher at Avondale College. The school … experience to be part of. I am enjoying every part of my work.” Joy and husband James Yallop were living in Suffolk, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/living-life-to-the-full
  • Long road to happiness

    … Tourism at Wintec in Hamilton. "In China, if you don't work harder and upgrade your skills often, there's a whole … her a job at a motel he was buying. She took on the work while studying and, after graduating in 2005, applied … The association regularly hosts seminars, networking and social activities, and the occasional cultural event. Candy …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/long-road-to-happiness
  • Outward Bound

    … outdoors, and quite a balance between personal life and work life,” Morgane says. When she got a job offer in … going for beer or coffee. And maybe it helps that we work in an open-plan environment,” she says. Working in a … Lake Rotoiti has been great for the couple’s fitness and social life. “You need to be all in time when you’re …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/outward-bound
  • Moving from South America to Rotorua

    … QE Health) in Rotorua. The hospital sponsored him for a work visa, and now he’s a citizen. Carla had lived in Spain … around Rotorua. He says it’s a challenging job. “You work with people who have lost their freedom and are going … a small city like Rotorua, 80,000 people, you do miss the social activities that you find in a big city. I don’t think …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moving-from-south-america-to-rotorua
  • School curriculum and qualifications

    … education Languages Mathematics and statistics Science Social sciences Technology. As a parent, you will receive … Accelerated Christian Education programme. How does NCEA work? Put very simply, NCEA works like this: Each year, … In each subject, students are assessed through classroom work and exams against a number of standards When a student …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/school-curriculum-and-qualifications
  • Healthcare services

    … (GPs) located in almost every city, town and suburb. Most work in groups called a practice, operating from a medical … Practices usually give priority to people who live or work in their local area. You can take someone with you for … Zealand. Services include home care, financial support, social support, rest homes and retirement villages. For full …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/healthcare/healthcare-services

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