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Are your skills in demand in New Zealand?

12/06/202419/11/2015

By David Fisher, New Zealand Shores, Law and Policy Adviser The subject of this article is one which is very important for anyone wanting to emigrate to New Zealand as a skilled worker. Simply put, the topic revolves around the difference between technical eligibility and the ability to actually obtain skilled employment. First of all I will discuss the Skilled Migrant policy in general and point out some of the pitfalls that many potential migrants encounter in trying …

New Incentives Offered for Migration to the Regions

31/08/202019/08/2015

By David Fisher, New Zealand Shores, Law and Policy Adviser On 26 July this year the Government made an announcement that changes would be made to Immigration policy incentivising migration into New Zealand’s regions. The new measures are to take effect from 1 November and include: Boosting the bonus points for Skilled Migrants applying for residence with a job offer outside Auckland from 10 to 30 points. Doubling the points for entrepreneurs planning to set up businesses in …

Urgent Call For Electricians

31/08/202016/07/2015

We have had an urgent enquiry from one of our recruitment consultant affiliates. They have immediate openings for 36 full-time positions in the Canterbury region as a registered electrician. If you or someone you know is looking for employment as an electrician in New Zealand, and are able to be registered with the Electrical Board, then get in touch with us ASAP. With a sure job offer such as this one we can provide a pathway to residence for you …

Profiling New Zealand’s top earner: Agriculture

31/08/202022/05/2015

New Zealand is the top exporter for beef, dairy and sheep but is also a major provider of wool, seafood and fruit and vegetables. New Zealand grown produce and animal products are exported to over 100 countries and feed an estimated 40 million people per month. Agriculture earns New Zealand over 50% of its GDP and accounts for hundreds of thousands of jobs nationwide. However, Agriculture is now much bigger than just a primary industry and many of New Zealand’s …

New Zealand companies on the forefront of innovation

31/08/202018/05/2015

Xero has been named the most innovative company by Forbes for the second year in a row. Xero topped the list with an innovation premium of 90.1% which sat just above US company NetSuite who came ins second with 90%. Xero has grown phenomenally over the last 5 years and the CEO believes they can maintain those growth rates due to the scope of their market. Online accounting is still a relatively new field with many small businesses world wide …

Increasing numbers of Australians call New Zealand home

31/08/202007/04/2015

It has been known for a few years now that many young New Zealanders have been crossing the Tasman sea to live and work in Australia. Salaries are generally higher there and job opportunities more numerous. However, life is also more expensive, and unemployment is rising in Australia. Increasing numbers of Kiwis but also now Australians have come to realise that it is not all about money and that New Zealand has a much better work-life balance. What’s more, its booming …

A snapshot into New Zealand life

31/08/202018/02/2015

For a quick overview of New Zealand’s economy, people, and government, it is a good idea to look into the yearly New Zealand in Profile, published by Statistics New Zealand. The 2015 edition reveals a few interesting facts about New Zealand, if you intend to make it your new home. Even if you already live here, it’s a useful document for those wanting to know the average cost of housing or essentials, what salary they may expect, what the main New Zealand industries …

New Zealand’s best career prospects

31/08/202020/01/2015

Thinking about studying and eventually living in New Zealand? Or are you a fresh overseas graduate in engineering, science, or IT? According to a recent report by The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment of New Zealand, these fields have the promising career opportunities. Trade jobs (carpentry or welding) are also in high demand. Read the whole article here. New Zealand Shores has a list of jobs checked for suitability for 1 or more New Zealand visa categories. This list is …

Why move to New Zealand, in 30 words or less

31/08/202026/11/2014

“It’s a great place to work, we have great career opportunities, (and) a terrific quality of life” says New Zealand’s Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Minister Steven Joyce. With 50,000 jobs or more to be created over the next two years, it is definitely a good time to move to New Zealand. With a strong economy and booming market in many industries – construction, food & beverage, high tech…- as well as unbeatable quality of life, New Zealand is the …

New Zealand wealth growth on top of the world

31/08/202015/10/2014

New Zealand’s wealth has grown more than any other country since 2000 and is just in front of Australia which is commonly seen as New Zealand’s wealthier and bigger brother. The average wealth of New Zealanders has grown by 300% over the last 14 years and is largely due to favourable currency movements. It is a great time to be a Kiwi with the wealth steadily increasing more than anywhere else in the world. Living in New Zealand provides ample …