Are YOU thinking about living in New Zealand?
"What made you come to New Zealand?"
I get asked that question a lot when I tell people that I no longer live in the United States. I've lived here for the past five years and it's now become my home.
I came to New Zealand as a traveller and spent a year exploring the North and South Island. I loved the freedom that I had to walk the many tramping trails on my own and take a break from the stresses of life.
After a year, I wasn't ready to leave and made the decision to stay for just a little longer.....
I created New Zealand Living with the aim of giving as much information as possible to anyone considering a big move. With a stress-free lifestyle and great weather (among many other things :-) ), it's a perfect place to live!

How to find your way around
This website has several main areas:
The Facts section tells you everything you need to know such as interesting facts and history.
Under the Visa section, you will find information on different visa classes and what you can or can't do on a work visa.
Living tells you all about finding a job to the cost of living. It's all you need to know about life in this beautiful country.
The Transportation section tells you about things like train travel and the road system.
Wondering about the cost of property or renting? The Real Estate section provides you with everything you need to know.
If you're unsure about whether you're making the right move, why not come for a visit? The Travel section gives you ideas on vacations and when is the best time to visit.
Get the latest News here and find regional news sources. Aren't you a bit curious to read up on what happens here?
All of this information can be overwhelming but it will help you decide whether it's the right place for you.
Or if you've already decided to go for it, I hope this site will give you enough information when you make the move!
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Migrate to New Zealand...but how? The Migrate to New Zealand page gives you some things to consider before you decide to relocate
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Visa for New Zealand: Advice, Requirements, Forms,etc. How to get a visa for New Zealand. New Zealand visa requirements explained. Includes information on online forms and where to get them
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Working Holiday Visa New Zealand: How to apply for a Working Holiday Visa There's an easy way to get your working holiday visa for New Zealand. Find out the benefits of working with an agency rather than going it alone
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New Zealand Banks: Opening a bank account and getting that EFTPOS card This page covers the basics of New Zealand banks and how to open a bank account
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New Zealand Phone Service: How to get connected when you arrive New Zealand Phone Service page describes how to get connected when you arrive in New Zealand
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New Zealand Post: Send mail, register your car, exchange currency The New Zealand Post offers more than mail services. Learn about the services they provide and save time.
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New Zealand Real Estate: All you need to know about buying or renting The New Zealand Real Estate will help you understand buying or renting property in New Zealand
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New Zealand Transportation: How to get around New Zealand by bus, train, plane, The New Zealand Transportation page provides all you need to know about travelling by bus, train, car, or plane.
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New Zealand White Pages: Residential and Business directory The New Zealand White Pages is a residential and business directory that is available online. It includes addresses, phone numbers, a world clock, maps, and directions
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New Zealand News: Find the latest news in New Zealand The New Zealand news page has the latest news so you know what's happening before you arrive.
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Living in New Zealand: Finding Jobs, Cost of Living, Sport, All about living in New Zealand. Find out about jobs, the cost of living, our obsession with sport, and about our cities.
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New Zealand Cities: Our Major cities and towns in New Zealand The New Zealand cities page provides and overview of the major towns and cities. Includes links with further information such as population, weather, and pictures.
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New Zealand Facts: the people, weather, language This page is devoted to New Zealand facts. Read up on our population, climate, language, food, and life.
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New Zealand food: How to cut down on your grocery bill Your New Zealand food bill can get expensive very quickly. Learn how and where to shop to keep that grocery bill down!
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Visit New Zealand: Why not experience New Zealand?? Visit New Zealand before you move to give you a taste of what this amazing country has to offer
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New Zealand Living Store: Books, Movies, Videos, and more New Zealand Living Store has books, movies, videos, and more! Learn more about New Zealand before you move or visit
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Contact New Zealand Living Contact New Zealand living if you have any questions, feedback, or ideas
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About me and how I ended up in New Zealand A bit about me and how I ended up in New Zealand. After working in the United States, I realised that I wanted to move and live overseas.
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New Zealand Living blog The New Zealand Living blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the new-zealand-living.com Web site. Subscribe here so you never miss out.
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Share your New Zealand story with others Visitors can share their stories about their move to New Zealand.
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Site Map for New Zealand Living website This site map will help you find where everything is located on the New Zealand Living website.
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