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… 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-cityHawke's Bay Community services
… specialising in the area of women’s development, domestic/ family violence intervention, prevention and awareness. They … civil defence | Hastings district council Get Ready Family services If you or someone in your family are having problems related to disability, alcohol or …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/hawkes-bay/community-servicesFull 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-facesNorthland Community services
… this website. Postshop/Kiwibank locator | New Zealand Post Family services Use this directory to locate and contact … education and training, employment, ethnic services, family violence, health, mentors, legal and civil services, … youth services and ISO capability. Northland | Family Services directory OUTLineNZ OUTLineNZ is a free, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/northland/community-servicesFeeling homesick
… especially if it is your first time living away from your family. Homesickness is normal It is normal to feel homesick … think a lot about how your life used to be miss your family and friends feel depressed or anxious avoid … you trust. Meet Mylene Having a schedule and talking to family back home helped Philippines-born Mylene Mera settle …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/feeling-homesickFamilies 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-migrationKeeping safe
… Protecting yourself and your family The New Zealand Police website has a number of tips for keeping yourself and your family safe. Some of the situations covered include: being … Go online for tips on how to keep yourself and your family safe in the sun. Being SunSmart | Sunsmart Water …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/safety/keeping-safeDeveloper programmer jobs in New Zealand
… It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to some of the world's … personal freedom and peace of mind for you and your family. New Zealand ranked second on the 2017 Global Peace … International’s 2017 Corruption Perception Index. Family friendly New Zealand is the world's second most …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/developer-programmer-jobs-in-new-zealandA 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-educationSoftware engineer jobs in New Zealand
… It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to some of the world's … personal freedom and peace of mind for you and your family. New Zealand ranked second on the 2017 Global Peace … International’s 2017 Corruption Perception Index. Family friendly New Zealand is the world's second most …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/software-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealandNew 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-happinessConstruction project manager jobs in New Zealand
… It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to some of the world's … personal freedom and peace of mind for you and your family. New Zealand ranked second on the 2017 Global Peace … International’s 2017 Corruption Perception Index. Family friendly New Zealand is the world's second most …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/construction-project-manager-jobs-in-new-zealandMechanical Engineer jobs in New Zealand
… It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to some of the world's … personal freedom and peace of mind for you and your family. New Zealand ranked second on the 2017 Global Peace … International’s 2017 Corruption Perception Index. Family friendly New Zealand is the world's second most …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/mechanical-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealandQuantity surveyor jobs in New Zealand
… It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to some of the world's … personal freedom and peace of mind for you and your family. New Zealand ranked second on the 2017 Global Peace … International’s 2017 Corruption Perception Index. Family friendly New Zealand is the world's second most …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/quantity-surveyor-jobs-in-new-zealandHealthcare services
… from a medical centre. You need to enrol yourself and your family with a general practice in order to get cheaper, … it is not a medical emergency, you should arrange to see a family doctor, known here as a general practitioner (GP). A … from a GP first. Free advice If you do not have a family GP, or you are not sure if you should see one, you can …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/healthcare/healthcare-servicesBuilding 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-communityAuckland Community services
… this website. Postshop/Kiwibank locator | New Zealand Post Family services Use this directory to locate and contact … education and training, employment, ethnic services, family violence, health, mentors, legal and civil services, … youth services and ISO capability. Auckland | Family Services directory OUTLine NZ OUTLineNZ is a free, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/auckland/community-servicesFrom 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-belongingCivil Engineer jobs in New Zealand
… It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to some of the world's … personal freedom and peace of mind for you and your family. New Zealand ranked second on the 2020 Global Peace … community - HSBC 2020 Expat Explorer survey If you have a family, New Zealand is probably one of the best choices you …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/civil-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealandYacht 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-coupleWaikato Information & advice
… Guide | Hamilton City Council (pdf, 1.5mb) Waikato Ethnic Family Services Trust The Waikato Ethnic Family Services Trust was set up in in 2010 to be … forums for the benefit of its members. Waikato Ethnic Family Services Trust | Waikato Ethnic Families Trust …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/waikato/information-adviceMeeting people
… and then see where that takes you. Newcomers Networks Family and community A good way to start meeting people is by exploring your family and community connections. It is easier because you …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/meeting-peopleCreating 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-christchurchMoving from South Africa
… up children. That’s why, when it’s their time to start a family, so many expat Kiwis return. Securing a better future … after Iceland. South Africa came in 123rd. Safe & secure Family friendly Global Peace Index | Vision of Humanity … own interests or simply to share in quality time with your family. Why wouldn’t they - when they’ll be out there doing …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/south-africaA 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-couple