We’ve made a serious leap of faith when we came to NZ, since we have no family or other relatives here, we had only a beginner’s knowledge of life in NZ…, Kymberley: From Farnborough, UK to Tauranga (753 words) Tauranga has a fairly constant temperature all year round. The winters are long and generally wet, so don’t expect much sunshine throughout the year. As an inland city, Hamilton can experience winter mornings as low as -4°C, despite snowfall being rare. Disagree deeply about the food scene. It is quite a nurturing environment for young families. You never feel alone. This is just not the way things are done in NZ. Despite its high population, Hamilton is known by locals for having pretty good traffic. My employer has been very appreciative of my skills and abilities which really does make a difference, something which UK employers take for granted…, Kat and Bob: From Immingham, UK to Invercargill (2002 words) We now own a brick and roughcast house with tin roof and 8+ acres/barns – 2 horses, chickens, a duck and a turkey and 60 sheep, we live off the Bluff Highway on a gravel road, views of Bluff harbour, & hill, Omaui hills…, Jean: From Beijing, China to Auckland / Hamilton (1315 words) We both like sports and outdoors, so the easy access to nature and recreational facilities was attractive. Cons:-It's going to seem much quieter than what you're used to. Not even close. As with any city in the world Hamilton has its bad things about it and its good things about it. This story was originally published on the discussion forum Expatexposed. Cost of Living in Hamilton. Still cold? * Concerts are few and far between. This may just be my experience, but every Kiwi I've met has been so kind and friendly. If you’re an avid theatre-goer or love hunting down the latest local up-and-comers in the art scene, you’re sure to get your culture fix in Hamilton. Two things to note: 1) 'free' dentist visits for children don't include novacane. There aren’t many differences between Tauranga and Stratford other than Stratford has more history and Tauranga more shops (but the population is very different, there are 106,000 here but it doesn’t feel like it). In terms of expat pricing, expats are charged the same as everyone else. But we joined sports and art clubs, volunteered for Hospice, and went on every 'working bee' to plant trees or trap possums in our area. Even visiting BC I could feel a community there compared to what Toronto is lacking. I don’t have access to a car and the commute would be 2hours for me-one way. The people seem less affluent. Expats are drawn to New Zealand's astoundingly beautiful scenery, laid back lifestyle, safe cities and towns and low cost healthcare. We could afford to live near the sea. 2) My wife had a heart attack - her immediate treatment was good but Wellington hospital was dirty and showers were covered in mold. A positive attitude is better than lots of money to secure acceptance!.. Betsy Burlingame is the Founder of Expat Exchange. There are DEFINITELY areas of Hamilton that are very safe, safer than Toronto, like Westdale and Locke Street and many of the suburban streets, but even then I've had friends in middle school who were mugged a block from Locke. So far this 'fear culture' hasn't made it to New Zealand. Here are some pros and cons of New Zealand life so far. Hamilton’s autumn months are mild, with days averaging around 18°C. Government jobs also seem to be fairly abundant, as Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand," explained one expat in Wellington when asked about job opportunities in New Zealand. We live in an exceptionally beautiful area and there is no way we could ever afford to buy a similar house in say California at 5 times the price. Our friendly team can provide you with a free quote when you’re ready. With no difficulty at all, I have found several interesting and temporary jobs here – from telephone interviewing to ballot issuing officer. * Children have more freedom. ", Housing prices in Auckland and Wellington are the highest in the country. For such a small country, the infrastructure is wonderfully developed and there is a healthy sense of civic duty among people to chip in and keep it that way…, Shelley: Richards Bay, South Africa to Auckland (603 words) Auckland is far safer and the pace is slower. There are also a number of painters, writers and other artists living in Kapiti," answered one expat when asked about job opportunities in Kapiti. Pros: They’re not so close that I can hear them through the wall (we’ve mostly detached housing over here). Obviously for you the commute would be huge. Hamilton is the best! Since arriving in Wellington we have lived in the Eastern suburbs – first in Seatoun and now in Miramar. The container is not more expensive than replacing things here. job opportunities) makes far more sense, even if it's the common thing to do. The country has two main islands: the North Island and the South Island. Houses can be very poorly insulated. having spent a lot in both cities - the retailer part is generally true (at least for general retailers); however, Hamilton is no where near Toronto on the food scene side. The lifestyle is laid back and another great thing I like is the fun attitude to kids and learning, the UK seems to be losing that with the expensive kid pursuits…, Michelle: From East Yorkshire, UK to Whangarei (508 words) I work longer hours for less pay and conditions of service but I am not as stressed as I was working in the UK and I don’t feel I have to prove myself all the time.
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