Every time a relative, friend or an acquaintance is planning to move from your native country to New Zealand, one is plagued by hundreds of queries and a constant need for attention. Indian Weekender has a few solutions to those woes.
For people migrating to New Zealand, just send them the checklist of what not to do. Let them know not to get any ethnic food and spices and 'masalas', they are all easily available here. Definitely tell them to shed their shyness and be willing to ask, as people here are more than happy to help. The cultural amalgamation in NZ might give a few people, a culture shock, but let them know its 'Sweet As Bro...'
The place, the people, the food, the language...nothing is alien as long as you are willing to appreciate what New Zealand has to offer.
While there are a lot many positives that we would want to share, a few warnings are a must, and we decided it is better they come from the horses mouth. We have a mix of students, professionals, young families who have recently moved to New Zealand sharing how their expectations were met or thwarted by NZ's reality. So we let the readers have a say, read on to reminiscence your own experiences.
Here are some more stories from the readers:
Well I was told that jobs are not a problem at all and you will get a minimum of wage of NZD20. Also the consultant told me that Indian experience gets counted, when you apply, but nothing seems to be true here. The difficulties are plenty, but its up to oneself to make something out of the opportunity.
- Charu Kathait
To be honest, my decision to study in New Zealand can at best be described impulsive if not just random. It was one day that I read about the country in Lonely Planet, and decided to come here and study, the next. And unlike most impulsive choices, I can say with confidence that this one changed my life for the better! Besides the scenic beauty, the amazing landscapes, the plethora of options for outdoor activities & adventures, what I love about New Zealand is that, it has given me time, time to reflect – on who I am, things I want to do and the places I want to go. It is a place that has given me a lot of exposure, amazing conversations with some truly brilliant people that I met on the way and the opportunity to do things I’d never thought I’d do.
- Nikhita Khanduri