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#1 ·
Hi,

This thread started to introduce about yourself. :)
 
#6 ·
Hi,

Thats great, there may some more sticky notes which may help like EOI, ITA, NZQA, Residency and Work to Residence. Common thread for the immigration process.

Its good to hear about IT, me too belong from the same field. My EOI has selected now waiting for the ITA.

Thanks
Suhail
 
#13 ·
Hi Everyone, Me and my husband are thinking of moving over to NZ in the near futrure with our 2 young daughters, Aged 9 and 2yrs,
My Husband would move tomorrow but im a right worrier and think about everything and i know i would be very home sick,
We have friends in warkworth (Auckland) and there parents also moved over after they went to visit so it cant be bad (can it)
Im concerned about selling my home to just renting, I am looking at schools and childcare and work too,

Im used to the uk and though i will say i dont like alot of it and the way things are its still my home where i have a house and a job and pension an my daughers are doing well in school and go to playgroup, Im worried about starting everything all over again. (Sorry if i sound silly)
Id love to have someone to talk to whos in the same situation or has been anway and can give advice, Our friends have helped alot too which is great,
My oldest daughter will go to senior school over here next sept (2012) and my husband wants to move over before she goes so she will settle better but i see the education is different over there.

Everything is telling me to go and try it out, my parents have even said i can live with them if i dont like it and return home, My sister has said once her husbands fin in the army in a few years they would come out too,

so whats stopping me from saying yes???
 
#14 ·
Same boat

Hi Claire,
Well I guess we are somewhat the same. I have lived in Portugal for five years now. My son is about to do his ICGSEs. After that there is totally nothing for him. He would really like to study film studies and NZ is the best place to go at the moment. Portugal for teenagers is just terrible. There is so little for them to do. There is also a huge drug problem that is kept very much under wraps but believe me, it is every bit as bad as the UK or Ireland.
My husband is actually going to stay here for two years. He is very much a stick in the mud, so its just me and my son going in June. We are going to rent out our main residence out. So thats an idea for you. Rent out your house, have your sister or mum keep an eye on things and then with that income use that to rent in NZ. That way you have not totally burned your bridges with th UK. Have the rental lease renewable every six months, so if you do come back, then you dont have to wait too long.
I am really looking forward to things. We are going to a place called Whangarei, not too far from Auckland. I have a job looking after horses and donkeys for six months, with accomodation whilst the people are away. To me, this is ideal. I am not too pressurised to get a job and accomodation straight away. To be honest, I am far better at fiding out information anyway. So if thats any encouragement to you, that here I am doing it without hubby aid-then go for it. Your stuff could be put in storage and you could just go with very little. If things pan out then have it shipped over. Lifes short-enjoy it when you can.
Maria.
 
#18 ·
Maria you sound such a positive person :) I agree which what you say about your husbands other children, I know others that have been to uni and end up with totally different jobs, I know someone who is Australian and lives in the uk now, I said to her she must be mad !!! she is going back this nov but has loved the last 5yrs over here,

I can see us going to be honest and its nice ive found this site as what ever im concerned about is answerd somewhere,:)
Auckland is where our friends live Though its actually just outside Auckland in warkworth, They have built their life there they had the confidence to just go they gave up rented home and jobs and moved in with family while they sorted Immigration stuff, they have a lovely life and they took a 5yr old daughter with them and now have another baby, (His) Parents went over on holiday and stayed !
His mom returned to sell the house and went straight back and that was 3yrs ago now,
I see pictures and their emails are always lovely and make me envious lol,
They returned at xmas to see unwell family for 4 weeks and they said they couldnt wait to return,

I appreciate your messages, Best of luck with everything, hope to hear how your doing in the future too, keep in touch x
 
#19 ·
Hi

Hi my name is Vicky and both myself and husband Denis are 34. We have 2 young children. Denis is a fully qualified plumber.
We have confirmed our interest with a migrant agent, so we are in the very early stages of the process of moving.
We are still unsure, whether its Oz or NZ but after speaking to the agent its looking like NZ!!!!
So any pointers to jobs, homes, schools etc would be appreicated.
Been looking at some of the topics and they are very helpful
Vic
 
#20 ·
Hi my name is Vicky and both myself and husband Denis are 34. We have 2 young children. Denis is a fully qualified plumber.
We have confirmed our interest with a migrant agent, so we are in the very early stages of the process of moving.
We are still unsure, whether its Oz or NZ but after speaking to the agent its looking like NZ!!!!
So any pointers to jobs, homes, schools etc would be appreicated.
Been looking at some of the topics and they are very helpful
Vic
Hi Vicky - and welcome to the Forum. Sorry for the late reply - I'm just back from a week away without Internet. Looking forward to hearing more from you!
 
#21 ·
Hello

Hi, just thought I'd introduce myself. I'm Kelley, work in the IT industry, a native of the US and my boyfriend is a Kiwi living here in the states. We're talking seriously about spending part of the year in the states and part in NZ, and I'm reading the forums with great interest.

I'd be fortunate enough to be able to keep my position with a large US company and telecommute while in NZ, but have not fully researched the rules and regulations about my ability to do this.

Just thought I'd stop lurking and say hello. I'll continue to read with great interest.

-K
 
#22 ·
Hi, just thought I'd introduce myself. I'm Kelley, work in the IT industry, a native of the US and my boyfriend is a Kiwi living here in the states. We're talking seriously about spending part of the year in the states and part in NZ, and I'm reading the forums with great interest.

I'd be fortunate enough to be able to keep my position with a large US company and telecommute while in NZ, but have not fully researched the rules and regulations about my ability to do this.

Just thought I'd stop lurking and say hello. I'll continue to read with great interest.

-K
Hi Kelly - welcome to the Forum. Lucky you, being able to telecommute - wish I could!

Keep us up to date with your travels...
 
#23 ·
I've been posting for a while but thought I better introduce myself, I'm Steven, 30 years old and working in Finance for one of the countries biggest companies based in Christchurch.

My wife is a Kiwi and joining me later in the year when she's finished some travelling.
 
#28 ·
Hi

My name is Honey and we're looking to emigrate. Our first choice is Melbourne, Aus, but we're starting to consider NZ too. We've two boys 4 and 2 and my husband is a senior manager within a bank. At the moment his commute is horrendous and we really just want to make a change in the way we live ours lives. We've been to Australia so we know what to expect, but not New Zealand, although my husbands brother who lived there for a year raved about it.

Any advice on where to start the job hunt would be much appreciated, I've started looking on the NZ immigration website, and have the list of accredited as we would have to come with a job in place for hubby.

At the moment it seems Australian companies are resisting somewhat taking overseas employers, is this the case with NZ? Sorry I've rambled, if there is another thread on this subject please point me to it!
Our house in the UK is on the market and we're really committed to making a move. Just where is the question...
 
#29 ·
Hi there - welcome to the Forum. Auckland is more or less on the same latitude as Melbourne, but doesn't have the season extremes (it is wet in winter here though!). All the head offices of banks are in Auckland or Wellington - so I'd start searching there. Look at ANZ, ASB, BNZ, Kiwibank, National, Westpac, TSB. Good luck!
 
#37 ·
I suggested Christchurch because of the earthquake there will be a huge demand for construction workers when they start to rebuild. Christchurch also has the 2nd largest population in New Zealand.

Auckland has the largest population at 1.3 million ( I think) & also it attracts most people because of the employment opportunities.

Over the years the construction industry in Auckland has boomed with demand for new housing & renovations, it slumped with the global recession but I read recently that it has rebounded as many people are getting work done before tradesmen head off to Christchurch.
 
#38 ·
Kiwi Hobbits looking to move to NZ - Hello

Hi, Ron Mueller from Saint Louis, Missouri, USA. Working as an IT Program Director and looking to move to beautiful New Zealand. Find me on Facebook standing with a Winnie-the-Pooh character and send me a friend invite.

Would love to hear stories about your experience preparing, moving, and being in NZ.

Cheers,

Ron
 
#41 ·
I do hope John Key can sort this out asap, some companies are in deep financial strife over this and people are at risk of loosing their jobs.

Although I'm sure there are some discrepancies in involving paperwork if it was just contractors not submitting their invoices correctly the Amalgamated Workers' Union wouldn't be considering legal action, they'd be helping their members with their paperwork and record keeping.

Uberbersker do your research properly before jumping in, this will give you a feel for the different opinions about it

sub trades! whos thinking about moving to chch? - Message board - Trade Me
 
#43 ·
Hi, I am sorry that I did not introduce myself before posting.
My family and I are moving to NZ, hopefuly in the next few months. We have PR, have been on 2 reccie trips to NZ (inc last one to activate PR in March 2011) and waiting on hearing how a recent job interview went for my OH. I am a nurse and have also recently applied for a job over there.
Thanks.
 
#44 ·
Hi everyone... I am Mark from the Philippines but currently working and living in Saudi Arabia with my family.... I am also an IT and had just submitted my EOI w/c has been selected and is waiting for ITA... I wish everyone a pleasant day!

Cheers to everyone and good luck to all of us!
 
#48 ·
Hello everyone

Hello hello,

My husband and I received our resident visas a couple of months ago and I'm really excited to be arriving in Auckland in October. We have our flight and accommodations booked, now to get on with the job hunt!

I've been snooping around the forum and it seems like there is a great community here. I'm glad to become a part of it.
 
#53 ·
Hello hello,

My husband and I received our resident visas a couple of months ago and I'm really excited to be arriving in Auckland in October. We have our flight and accommodations booked, now to get on with the job hunt!

I've been snooping around the forum and it seems like there is a great community here. I'm glad to become a part of it.

Hi Canuck2Kiwi,

Welcome to the forum, yes it is a great community & usually someone can provide an answer to all those questions you will have about life in a new country.

I am arriving back in September after a 2 year OE, so know all too well how you feel.

Good luck with the job hunt let us know how you go.

Anski
 
#54 ·
Long road ahead

My wife and I recently started to consider moving to a new country a few months ago and started looking at Australia and my Dad suggested we also look into New Zealand. We both know we will need to make a long trip to visit both places but I'm leaning toward New Zealand at the moment. I'm sure I'll be asking a lot of question in the main forum in the next few days.
 
#55 ·
My wife and I recently started to consider moving to a new country a few months ago and started looking at Australia and my Dad suggested we also look into New Zealand. We both know we will need to make a long trip to visit both places but I'm leaning toward New Zealand at the moment. I'm sure I'll be asking a lot of question in the main forum in the next few days.
Hi Ross Welcome to teh Forum.

Have a browse at some old posts and you'll fild lots of useful information. Then if you have some more, come back and ask.

And keep us up to date with what you're up to and your experiences!
 
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