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… in chemistry meant she came here on an essential-skills work visa, and when the chance to extend that visa arose, she … touch with Indevin in 2011 and he got a 12-month working holiday visa. Within a few weeks he was on a plane. Five … they’ll be in five years’ time: right here, learning at work, building friendships, hopefully owning a home. But …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-leap-of-faithCatching the perfect wave
… was simply looking on Google Earth for his family’s next holiday destination, when he spotted something that would … to hire someone with Jens’s skills. Jens applied for a work visa, while Sunia and Larissa went back to Fuerteventura … the main problem is working, because you still need to work to earn money and that makes you short of time for …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/catching-the-perfect-waveA sweet Kiwi Life
… rugby wasn’t what initially lured Joth here for a six-week holiday in December 2011. His sister-in-law is from New … to be, and the sort of place I would like to live and work. It was my dream to do that,” he says. He was interested … achieved this without the help of the lads, my mates who I work with,” he says. Still, starting a new life in a new …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-sweet-kiwi-lifeA Successful Psychology
… had visited New Zealand in 1999 on a six-week backpacking holiday, says Jason, and particularly loved tramping in the … District Health Board in Hamilton, then applied for a work-to-residency visa. “Having the sort of visa that we had … school While Jason focused on childcare and doing contract work, Emma dived straight into working in mental health …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-successful-psychologyBefore and after school care
… or community childcare providers. They usually also offer holiday programmes that run during business hours throughout … scheme. There is more information on the government’s Work and Income website . OSCAR Subsidy | Work and Income OSCAR accreditation standard OSCAR sector web …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/before-and-after-school-careNew life an adventure
… It was hard to heat and not well-insulated. “I was at work during the day but it was hard for Esther at home with … experience was able to get the job offer he needed for his work visa. Patrick used an immigration adviser to try to … to have gaps in their CV,” Patrick says. “If they go on holiday for a few months, they have to mention that on the …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-life-an-adventureDestiny calls
… Zealand and Greece, he said. As a teenager, working in a holiday job on the island of Lesvos, Antonios recalled Kiwi … him a ‘Griwi’, including him in social activities outside work. Although the language was different, Antonios has found … had a bad day here in the last year. I’m enjoying my work. Even when I have a busy schedule, I never feel tired. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/destiny-callsAnother way to prove you are you
… ideal evidence of age for backpackers, anyone on a working holiday visa, as well as foreign students and other visitors … 18, are about to draw their pension, or visiting us on a work or study visa." Community benefits The Kiwi Access Card … to New Zealand, including those on study or working holiday visas with a reliable form of identification that can …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/another-way-to-prove-you-are-youThe Treaty of Waitangi
… when New Zealand celebrates the signing with a national holiday on February 6 each year (or the Monday following if … of the New Zealand education system and how New Zealanders work. Applying the Treaty influences life in New Zealand in … do not only benefit Māori. For example, a lot of work has been done to restore Auckland’s western harbour from …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/history-government/the-treaty-of-waitangiVolunteers flock to Zealandia
… volunteers. She liked the beauty of Zealandia and the good work it was doing, and she saw volunteering as a good way of … about Zealandia before leading tours themselves. The work of the volunteers is acknowledged with awards and an … exotic environment. “Whether you come to New Zealand on a holiday or extended visit or you are moving here permanently, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/volunteers-flock-to-zealandiaFrom skiing to surfing
… force, one of the first things Lindsey had to do was find work for herself. She says she found this incredibly easy. … I first got here we weren’t married and I was on a working holiday visa. I found my first job by looking on … co-ordinator (CAD stands for computer-aided design). I work on the pattern making for factories and I plan and …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-skiing-to-surfingA life of abundance
… explains. They arrived in April 2016, and rented a bach (holiday home) for the first six weeks until their furniture … Britain, but it is worth paying for in the long run.” Both work part-time at Carefirst, striking a balance between family and work. An appointment with a patient lasts 15 minutes, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-life-of-abundanceBefore you apply
… It is often a good idea to come out to New Zealand for a holiday before making the move. You can use it as an … time. So before you start, check your visa options and work out which is right for you. Visas for New Zealand …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand/before-you-applyDiscovering Auckland's heritage and heart
… city, with all it has to offer, yet she can still walk to work every day. Auckland’s reputation as a city of cars is … the test of time.” Rebecca first came to New Zealand on holiday in 2010, happily exploring the mountains and hiking …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/discovering-aucklands-heritage-and-heartThe school system
… and Niueans) student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. You may need to provide the school with evidence … check the Ministry of Education website. School terms and holiday dates | Ministry of Education School zones Check out … while working ‘on-the-job’ training — learning as you work. Tertiary education & training … The school system …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/the-school-systemBeaches, barbies and a new lifestyle
… is easy,” Nick says. “Discovering what the right thing to work hard on can be tricky. Many people get stuck in their … safety, quality of education, affordability of homes, or work-life balance prospects. Helen and the boys have Kiwi … a shipping company and booked the flights, including a holiday on the way, before his visa came through in March. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/beaches-barbies-and-a-new-lifestyleCarribean Vet moves to Hamilton
… Then a few years ago, her mother brought her here for a holiday. They arrived in April 2013 and spent 10 days … “I’m still struggling with that.” Because of her shift work, Aurore had little time to explore, so it took her …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/carribean-vet-moves-to-hamilton