Hi, got offered a job in New Zealand as a quantity surveyor and considering moving but would like to hear from anyone who has done similar or can provide any advice. I currently stay in the UK.
2006-10-25 09:17:11 · 11 answers · asked by steveyw2002 1 in Travel ➔ New Zealand ➔ Auckland
hey mate,
in all the dealings I've had with the kiwis and moaris I have found them to be wonderful, friendly and inviting people.
There country is simply beautiful from the city of sails and views-Auckland to the farming country in Wikato-district and the Mountians on the south island-Tasman district there is nothing better, I'm Australian but me and my partner Laura would definetly consider a move to NZ without any problems.....
I recomend you take a look at the following website to get more of an overview of this wonderful, beautiful place known as the "land of the long white cloud"
www.newzealand.com
I hope this info has been of some asistance to you.
Mitch
2006-10-28 19:50:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
New Zealand is a very tolerant society, but every country has issues. 1. Work week is same as US 2. Job outlook is harder than it has been for a while, but there are jobs, just depends on what area, experience.If you want to live here however you need to qualify for the immigration requirements. Look into it as its not that easy. 3. College or universities are they are called here ( college is the same as high school here) and it depends on what course you are doing. I think if you are over 21 its a bit easier. Cost wise not sure if you will be local or overseas and it depends on the course. Can vary from NZD$3000-$10,000+ per year. Student loans are easy to get but I am not sure about for people overseas. 4. Healthcare, you pay to go to Dr (about $30), if you go to hospital its free (pretty much) and we have ACC (accident compensation) where if you have an accident you can apply and get government to help. Its a good system. 5. Gangs exist but they do not target people like that. Live in a good area and you will never have any contact with them. 6. We do not have trailers here. Houses vary depending on where you live. Say $150,000 t0 $250,000 for a small house/flat 7. Car decent probably around $8-10,000 8. Public transport is not great anywhere, and is why people have lots of cars in NZ. Out of the major cities its pretty poor. 9.Climate is nearly sub tropical up north to temperate. We have an oceanic climate, not too hot or too cold, wet in the north/west, dry in the east. We get cyclones every now and then, which occur in the north island only, southerly storms can being snow in the winters mainly in the south or middle of the north island (volcanic platau) do get a few earthquakes, a few floods and maybe droughts. Like anywhere you will have issues. 10.Beaches are pretty free, there are a few private beaches, although there is something here called Queens chain which means you are technically able to walk river beds and beaches. BUT there are some technicalities. In general you will not have problems with beach access...and there is a lot of coastline. 11. no 12.You will need to look at the immigration requirements before doing anything. 13. career depends. 14. yes for the most part.
2016-03-28 07:28:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
I just did that - moved from Salford, Manchester to NZ. Not trying to be cute, but man - talk about going from hell straight to heaven!
But you probably want to know about hard-edged evidence that NZ is better. Well, let's spell it out:
Your salary may be lower than in the UK, but -
1. The most expensive meal you'll buy in a top restaurant is £ 10
2. Monthly insurance premium for a Mercedes 300 SE is £ 4.50
3. A liter of fuel is £ 0.60
4. A family home is £ 100k if you're looking for a nice one
5. crime etc. are absolutely zero in cmparison to the UK
Etc., I think you get it, you get so much more life for the money. And it feels like living in Anglesey, or North Wales, Snowdonia, etc. Maybe a bit like the Isle of Skye in some places. I say: Go for it, don't decline and then find out on some holiday you would have loved it (because you would) and then kick yourself.
All the best! I'm not leaving here.
2006-10-25 17:35:40 · answer #3 · answered by Tahini Classic 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do this. NZ is an awesome country, the Kiwis are the most friendliest I have met in all my world travels and have a SOH that is as dry as a bone. The countryside is the pinnacle of Gods creation, the standard of living is cheaper than UK, there is no snobbery and status envy as we have here, You really should do this, if you don't you will spend the rest of your life wondering, "What if I had?"
To give you a little taster, try reading Kiwi newpapers online at www.stuff.co.nz I wish I had the chance I tell you.
2006-10-25 09:35:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
http://www.immigration.govt.nz/
That is the official government website for immigration to New Zealand. Since you're in the UK, check to see if there are specific work agreements between the two countries - you may not need to jump through all of the hoops us Americans must.
New Zealand is amazing. I'd move in a heartbeat if I could.
2006-10-25 09:24:01 · answer #5 · answered by Jessica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pay is crap but the lifestyle is fan-tastic! You'll miss pub lunches, OK! magazine, Selfridges, English Comedy, English weather.... wait, what am I talking about? Get your Pommy backside down here now!
2006-10-27 05:21:41 · answer #6 · answered by Ashley R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go for it my uncle has been out there 30years he would never come back to UK to live wages my be less than UK but cost of living lower over there friendly people FRESH Air what more could you want.
2006-10-29 01:21:11 · answer #7 · answered by Carol B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely go for it!
2006-10-25 12:58:22 · answer #8 · answered by Phil 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it! you will never look back.
2006-10-25 09:20:10 · answer #9 · answered by dippydon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good luck have fun
2006-10-25 09:28:46 · answer #10 · answered by yessie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋