The Guide To Living In New Zealand

The Cost of Living in New Zealand has Gone Up!

Published on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

There is nothing more valuable than local knowledge when you’re thinking about going to live abroad – as we all know, things change in our own home country so quickly that what’s written today can be out of date by next week.  Therefore in this report we’re going to prove to you how important useful knowledge is - using the example of New Zealand…

…what’s more, we’ll explain how you can get your hands on the invaluable facts and the support you need when planning your new life abroad.

So yes, as the title suggests, the cost of living in New Zealand has gone up – but did you know that?  No: unless you’ve got a friend living in New Zealand who recently came and shopped in British supermarkets and was shocked at how cheap everything was, you wouldn’t necessarily have a clue!

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Five Reasons To Emigrate to New Zealand

Published on Friday, September 18th, 2009

New Zealand ranks consistently highly when it comes to surveys of the countries Britons would most like to emigrate to live in.  For example, earlier today we looked at the survey from Foreign Currency Direct that reveals that up to 11 million adult Britons of working age are potentially contemplating relocation overseas for employment reasons – and even in that survey New Zealand was one of the countries favoured by such individuals.

It seems to offer such a lot to so many people – but can you tangibly list what New Zealand might be able to offer you?  We thought we’d offer you five reasons to emigrate to New Zealand that have ‘appeared’ in recent weeks and months to add to your list of positives in the country’s favour if you’re actively planning a new life abroad too.

Whilst New Zealand certainly isn’t the only country favoured by would-be British expatriates, it is a top choice…and here are just a handful of reasons why: -

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The Reality of Expat Life in New Zealand

Published on Wednesday, July 08th, 2009

According to one Shelter Offshore reader, life in New Zealand is getting harder by the day as employers refuse to take on expatriate workers, are inundated with CVs for even the most menial jobs as unemployment rises, and are under so much pressure from the government that they don’t even bother replying to non-New Zealand applicants in many cases.

Bethany Morgan-Smith, who has only been resident in New Zealand for five months, has had her rose coloured glasses well and truly ripped off her nose and stamped on by the New Zealanders she’s come across as she seeks gainful employment.

Fortunately for her family, she and her husband have permanent residency status in the nation because of his job, but for her to find a job, despite being highly skilled, experienced and qualified in an area that was until recently still listed on the skills shortage list, is proving nigh on impossible.

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Is New Zealand Failing British Expatriates?

Published on Monday, July 06th, 2009

The Institute for Economics and Peace, in conjunction with the Economist Intelligence Unit, recently named New Zealand the most peaceful nation in the world in their assessment of 144 countries around the globe.  This was the latest accolade for the nation that has always ranked in the top 10 for countries in which expatriates really want to live.

The nation has fared particularly well with would-be British migrants in recent decades because of the way of life, the lack of language difficulties, the employment opportunities and the stunning nature of the nation – however, is New Zealand now failing British expatriates?

In recent reports in the British press, expatriates who have lived and worked in New Zealand for years are losing their jobs because of the economic downturn, and apparently losing their right to remain in the nation as the country tries to get rid of non-domiciled residents to make room for returning New Zealanders.  Could the New Zealand expat dream be coming to an end?

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Yet Another Reason to Emigrate to Live in New Zealand!

Published on Monday, June 08th, 2009

We are pleased to announce that beautiful New Zealand has won yet another accolade that directly relates to its attraction and appeal as a stunning and wonderful place to live.

The Institute for Economics and Peace, in conjunction with the Economist Intelligence Unit, has designated New Zealand to be the most peaceful nation in the world in their latest assessment of 144 nations around the globe.

New Zealand has knocked Iceland off the number one spot and is officially the least violent and dangerous nation in the whole world – yet another reason to emigrate to live in New Zealand!  And here are ten more reasons why increasing numbers of British citizens are choosing to turn their back on their own nation, and make a new life in New Zealand: -

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New Zealand Best Place in the World for Expats

Published on Friday, January 02nd, 2009

If you want the best standard of living for the most affordable price, it seems that New Zealand is the best place in the world for expats

Whilst this may seem like quite a bold claim, it is a claim supported by the findings of a survey conducted by the Alliance and Leicester into where expatriate Britons actually love living.

According to the survey, New Zealand ranked number one for those concerned more about the cost of living and it ranked number one with those more concerned about the quality of life they can enjoy abroad.  Therefore, if you want to know where to hide from the UK recession, perhaps you should set your sights on New Zealand.

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Living Abroad in New Zealand

Published on Thursday, December 04th, 2008

Michelle Waitzman is the author of a new title from the Moon Living Abroad range, she left her life in Toronto for a brand new one in New Zealand and has never looked back, and her experiences and great understanding of this fascinating and truly stunning nation have led her to write Living Abroad in New Zealand.

If you’ve been looking for a comprehensive guide to every essential aspect of relocating to the other side of the world, we think we’ve found it for you in Waitzman’s book!  The Moon Living Abroad series is renowned for only publishing the best authors and producing exceptionally well-written content, and in this title they certainly don’t disappoint.

Whether you fancy a working holiday in New Zealand or you want to know all about emigrating to live among the kiwis, this book is packed with the facts, research and information that you need to make a go of a new life overseas.

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Expat Fast Facts: Living in New Zealand

Published on Thursday, October 16th, 2008

When it comes to a high quality of life and an affordable cost of living, New Zealand is right up there according to a new poll from Alliance and Leicester.  In the poll that surveyed expatriates on a whole host of aspects relating to their newly adopted nation, New Zealand scored so well in every category that it was ranked in the number one spot as being the best overseas location for British expatriates.

According to the BBC, well over 200,000 Britons have already established a permanent home in New Zealand, and because it has an affordable cost of living coupled with an excellent standard of living, we wouldn’t be at all surprised to see this figure increase now that there has been a marked rise in the numbers of Britons actively thinking about relocating overseas to escape the miserable state of the economy in the UK.

If you’re currently doing country profiles and analysis to see where in the world you and your family would like to live, here are some expat fast facts all about living in New Zealand.  You can use these to compare and contrast with other countries so that you determine which nation is best for you.

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Exciting News for Anyone Wanting to Move to Live in New Zealand

Published on Friday, July 25th, 2008

New Zealand is consistently in the top 4 destinations that emigrating Britons choose for their new life abroad.  Along with Australia, France and Spain, the lure of New Zealand is so strong that the BBC estimates that some 215,000 Brits reside there permanently.  If you’ve ever considered starting a new life abroad and you’ve been fascinated by the obvious attractions of this stunning and safe nation, we have some exciting news for anyone wanting to move to live in New Zealand.

Not only does the nation need and want you if you are a skilled person who speaks English and has all the credentials required to settle into a new life alongside the Kiwis, a massive new immigration bill is working its way through parliament that could make it even easier for you to emigrate to live in NZ.

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Shelter Offshore’s Guide to Living in Auckland

Published on Friday, July 04th, 2008

With a population of over 1.3 million residents, Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and an increasingly popular choice with relocating expatriates from the UK because of the lifestyle benefits that the city and the greater area around it offers – from the employment and schooling options to the cultural and social aspects of life.

Auckland is actually made up of four cities and there are two dramatic geographic elements that dominate life in and around the greater conurbation – namely the volcanoes and the sea.  These ensure that Auckland is a stunning place to live with breathtaking views assured.  What’s more, because the greater city area is home to almost a quarter of all the citizens of New Zealand, it is certainly a happening and exciting place to live.  In this, the Shelter Offshore Guide to Living in Auckland, we explore the city for would-be expats and newly arrived immigrants.

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