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beaujolais posted Wishing to bring a miraculous wellness experience to NZ on the New Zealand forum on May 19, 2013:

Seeking a someone from NZ that can act as a liaison or assist in bringing a miraculous wellness experience to NZ. We currently have a healing center at the Sanctuary in the US: http://lenair.com/sanctuary, that has offered the Self(s) Healing Experience since 1987 to over 30,000 people worldwide. We've fallen in love with NZ and would like to explore at some point to relocate. We'd be deeply grateful if you could provide any assistance. The Lenair's

adminee posted New Expat Tip Tool on the New Zealand forum on May 14, 2013:

We wanted to send out a note to introduce our new Expat Tip Tool. It helps you offer advice and grab tips from other expatriates about international jobs, moving overseas, retiring overseas and more. Use it to keep track of your expat insights and save tips from others living abroad all in one place! http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Or, click on "Expat Tips" on the top of any page of Expat Exchange! Also, if you would like to add a photo to your profile, you can do that now, too. Click on "My Profile" - "Photo" and upload a photo today!

Blog 1 Lady, 1 Backpack and Countless Mad Adventures posted on the New Zealand Network

An expat New Zealander writes about her 14 years of adventures living and working abroad.

haysrnz replied to the thread banks in Auckland on the New Zealand forum:

bjbryan0511 initially posted:

We are from the Washington DC area and are planning to move near the Auckland area....any suggestions for a bank that services both ways?

haysrnz replied most recently with:

There are 4 big retail banks in NZ, each with branches all over the place, and ATMs too. All are owned by Australian companies. All are competitive. Take your pick. "services both ways" is not completely clear to me. You can get a Visa or Mastercard from any bank, and use ones from the US as well. But there are significant service charges and Forex rate was still pretty unfavorable last time I looked. I bring funds in to NZ in blocks by international wire. It's a hassle with the new rules pushed by the US, but can be done either direction. Can be a bit slow, though. Call a bank on and tell 'em what you need.

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katrina147 replied to the thread Health Care in New Zealand on the New Zealand forum:

adminee initially posted:

For many newcomers and those considering living in New Zealand, access to quality medical care is a top priority. Please help those moving to your area by posting your experiences with the local health care system. Also, include any information about health insurance in New Zealand. Be sure to post the name of your city, region or town.

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katrina147 replied most recently with:

Hi, I'm moving to Wellington from London in a couple of weeks time, I have a job and a temporary work visa to cover me for 1 year, do I need to purchase health insurance for while I'm there? Are dentists included? Any help much appreciated,

hal9000 replied most recently with:

NZ free care also applies to persons with work permit & residence permits. We were there on a work permit when my wife had her heart attack and she was covered.

adminee posted Holiday Celebrations in New Zealand on the New Zealand forum:

If you know of any local Christmas or New Years events that would welcome other expats, please post details here. If anyone is missing family and friends and looking for things to do over the coming week, why not plan a local get together -- meet fellow Expat Exchange members at a pub or restaurant (be sure to tell us what town or city you live in). Post a get together inquiry here.

adminee posted Christmas Photos From New Zealand on the New Zealand forum:

We're collecting Christmas and Hanukkah photos from around the world. They will be displayed in our newsletters and on our site. Photos of your city or town's holiday decorations, holiday celebrations, Christmas markets, religious displays and more. E-mail your favorite holiday photos (larger resolution preferred) to connect@expatexchange.com. Please tell us about the photo and where it was taken. If you would like to submit a report about celebrating Christmas and Holidays in New Zealand, go to: http://www.expatexchange.com/rptvisitor.cfm?rid=91&anonymous=yes Thank you! Betsy Burlingame ExpatExchange.com

louisemcgregor posted New Channel 4 property show on the New Zealand forum:

Moving to New Zealand? Channel 4 wants to help! Channel 4 are on the hunt for people to appear in a brand new property show. If you are moving to New Zealand and struggling to find your dream Kiwi home, we could have the answer. We have a team of profrssional home finders ready to help you with the legwork. We'll aim to find your ideal home and even help broker the deal... If this sounds like you, contact Louise.Mcgregor@raisetheroofproductions.com 0141-427-5880

gemmautting replied to the thread Wanting to move to N.Z on the New Zealand forum:

littlet initially posted:

Hi, My family (Me , husband and 2 kids) have been trying to get to New Zealand for a year now. My Husband is a secondary school teacher in History (5 yrs)and has a GTP qualification which N. Z doesn't recognise! so he is having to gain evidence of his hard work to The New Zealand Teaching Council, he also at present is doing an MA in Education to prove his worth! he is an amazing teacher and I so wish N.Z could see this. We are not sure even if we go through all this The New Zealand Teachers Council will recognise him, it is all so frustrating. Has anyone got any advice, experience on the matter? We will keep plugging away!! Thanks T

gemmautting replied most recently with:

Hi, My husband and I and our 17 year old daughter moved to Auckland in August 2011. My husband came for a job in a large engineering firm. I have to tell you, some things have been a nasty shock! The cost of living here is astronomical - both food and housing. And the layers of middle management and red tape put the English Raj to shame. Your level of happiness here will depend in great measure upon where you are moving here from. Obviously if there are no jobs where you are, if the cost of living is already high, if you are used to rain and cold, and if you are also tolerant of layers of middle management - you'll be OK. The school system runs on their own NCEA - have your husband check it out. It's bizarre! I'd be happy to chat more off the forum if you wish! Warmly,