@teachnz
American looking for information about New Zealand
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About me
American
Lives in Auckland
Registration: 04 January 2011
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nursing in NZ by prettywitty
I am a behavioral health nurse moving to NZ in August. I would like to hear from other American nurses in NZ as to how NZ medical system compares to the USA.
I hear the paper work is heaps lighter. Read More
Shipping Question by Pugpea
Hi, My wife and I are emigrating to NZ in January (2012). I am British, she is Japanese, we live in Tokyo and want to ship some stuff to Auckland. However, we do not have an address in Auckland to ship to. We will be staying in a hotel for the ...
Do you know anyone here? Or if you have a job lined up, maybe you could use your work place or employer's? I really think it is just a formality; you can arrange to pick your items when they get here, or you can have them delivered to where you end ... Read More
Feeling a long way from home in New Zealand by greenth06
Hi everyone. My name is Tom and I am new to Auckland. I arrived last week from England (Lancashire) and I am feeling a little bit lost as I am so used to being surrounded by family and friends back home. If anybody is in the same boat and would ...
It's almost BBQ season: kiwibbq.com Read More
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
Please help me!Questionnaire about New Zealand by LORE LO
Hello everyone! My name is Lorena and I'm studying a Master in English Studies. To obtain my degree I'm doing a research proyect about New Zealand and I'm looking for New Zealanders who want to help me by filling up a short questionnaire I have ...
Most people on here are not native New Zealanders and that may skew your project's results. You may want to check this website out:korero.maori.nz 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
Wellington NZ in october - URGENT by Mikatahiti
Hi Two friends are coming from Tahiti for the 1/4 final rugby world cup (two nights 8th and 9th of october) in Wellington It seems to be really difficult to fin d vacancy in Hotel Please any solution or idea ? Thank you Michael
So sorry, mate! With the arrival of their second child, they are feeling a bit swamped right now. If things get more comfortable for them before Oct, I'll let 'cha know. 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 Expat 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
Wellington NZ in october - URGENT by Mikatahiti
Hi Two friends are coming from Tahiti for the 1/4 final rugby world cup (two nights 8th and 9th of october) in Wellington It seems to be really difficult to fin d vacancy in Hotel Please any solution or idea ? Thank you Michael
I have a friend in the area who might be able to rent out his spare room. Shall I ask? (BTW, there are 2 small children in the house) 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
Dentists in Auckland by jennine73
Does anyone know of a good dentist in Auckland Central. It's nearly time for a check up and don't want to go to one that might be a touch dodgy lol. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers Jennine
Sorry, I saw the "Central Auck" request after posting. But since I wasn't able to delete straight away, at Westgate Dental Centre there is a Dr Natalia Dmitrieva 09 832 2998. Read More