teachnz
American looking for information about New Zealand
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Lives in Auckland
Registration: 04 January 2011
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Planning a big move! by Comingsoon
Hi all!! I'm turning 30 next year and I find myself at a point in my life where I need to take an adventure before it becomes too late. New Zealand has always been a place I wish to travel to. My plan is in a little over a year I want to move there. ...
You'll have to drop the "dude" for "mate" and check the previous posts related to making moves. Then specific questions would be helpful and easier to answer. Kind regards Read More
Questions, questions?... by Shan924
My family is moving to nz, Palmerston north area in January. There are four of us, my husband, two children, 6 and 8, and me. What should we bring from home that may not be available to us there. Any information would be helpful. Should we ship a ...
Check with your shipping company and NZ receiving company about how much mac and cheese can be brought and how best to contain it, you'll have to claim it whether you ship it or bring it in luggage. Also, things like christmas decorations will be ... Read More
Questions, questions?... by Shan924
My family is moving to nz, Palmerston north area in January. There are four of us, my husband, two children, 6 and 8, and me. What should we bring from home that may not be available to us there. Any information would be helpful. Should we ship a ...
Depending on your voltage and plug formation on your appliances, or really anything you plug in, don't bring it if its not to NZ standards. Nashville, USA? Don't bring the car since the steering wheel and dash will need to be reversed and if it's a ... Read More
Need some inputs on relocating to Auckland by jyotijain
Hi Need help to decide on relocating to NZ.. I recently got a potential job discussion to relocate to Auckland..nothing has been finalized yet..but need some basic pointers to decide when the time comes. BTW I am from India 1) What is cost of ...
Well, this is not exact, but I'll throw it out there anyway, since I am from Ohio and am living in Auckland. 5) Auckland is not as cold as Michigan. It does not snow and there is not a wind chill concern like a winter in MI. It is damp however, ... Read More
we wanna sattle in NZ by Ana&Michael
we are planning to move to NZ in mid of 2012. My partner Ana is Romanian, a self employed Accountant, me I am R&D Manager and 暗网禁区 in Romania. I was setting up the automotive product development from the scretch to 80 employees as of today. We ...
You may have to get your experience and education accredited before being able to work in your fields of choice. Check with New Zealand immigration about work visas and if/with whom to apply for accreditation since it is structured by career or ... Read More
New to NZ by citybank
Hi, I am planning to move to Auckland in Dec this year. I would appreciate some info on renting a 2 br flat for myself and the family, idelaly in manukau area.Any suggestions? Also what is the job market for teachers like? I will have NZ ...
You made me giggle there, Darla. It took me 7 months to finally get NZ teaching registration, citybank. I've talked with others that said 7 months was record timing. NZ is not hurting for teachers like the internet sites suggest. But quality ... Read More
New to NZ by citybank
Hi, I am planning to move to Auckland in Dec this year. I would appreciate some info on renting a 2 br flat for myself and the family, idelaly in manukau area.Any suggestions? Also what is the job market for teachers like? I will have NZ ...
Try the website Trademe for rental info and the Education Gazette for teacher listings. Dec will be a great time to move here. Best wishes Read More
serious by bluetooth
seriously considering studying in new zealand...but probably have no ideas about visas and registering for university
If you know what you want to study, find a university here that offers it and contact the university directly for guidance regarding registration and visas. Read More
Studying in NZ by Cleopatra
Hi all i was wondering how studying higher education in NZ is including the average fees, the quality of higher education etc etc etc !!!
My understanding is that the Universities are very helpful in assisting students with proper visas etc. Maybe you should decided on a programme and school, then contact them directly? Good luck Read More
What's life like in christchurch after the quake? by neave
Hi We are currently living in Mauritius for the past year and we are thinking to move to NZ pretty soon - it's my husband home. Actually he is from Dunedin. He is having a job interview and i think they want him to base in christchurch. We are not ...
Chch is still experiencing quakes, 2 more yesterday, therefore it is not for the faint of heart. Once settled (and who knows when that will be), it will be a land of opportunity. Trades first: construction, plumbers, sparkies, painters, then other ... Read More
How can i find voluntary work? by SoongyuAhn
Hi!~ I've just registered here. It looks like very helpful so everyone living in auckland, I have a litte question. Actually i'm studying english now and i'll stay for about 7 months. I've keep studying hard but i've just been thinking why i'm ...
Hiya! A few ideas that come to mind are: The Courts: go directly to your nearest court house and see if they need a volunteer to help when they need translation The Hospitals: same idea as the courts Local Schools: go talk with the principals at ... Read More
Any 暗网禁区s from the US moved to NZ find it safer, easier to live? by tpulling83
I am putting together a 3 week trip to NZ to not only view everything I have read about and researched, but also to get a job in the supposedly growing entertainment industry there. But the more I research what's going on in the world, in ...
Hiya tpulling83. I fear your 3 weeks here will not be enough time to see everything or find a job. Your visitor visa is good for 3 months, use it up. NZ is an excellent choice for building a life and raising a family in a western world. This ... Read More