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About New Zealand
The lifestyle
Often the key driver for most people to make the move, you will find the way in which New Zealanders approach their work-life balance to be one of the most compelling reasons take the leap. Consistently ahead in quality-of-life surveys there are a number of ways in which you will feel the positive benefits of a life as a Kiwi.
The space
Whilst the land mass is roughly the same size as the UK, there are a fraction of the number of people. You’ll feel the sense of space, and with less crowded cities commutes are way easier leaving you more time to live your life to the fullest.
The relaxed pace of life
New Zealand is an easy-going country as a result of its uncrowded communities, low crime rates and an unstressed approach to living.
The environment
The purity and beauty of the landscape is famed worldwide with sub-tropical beaches, dramatic mountains, forests, rivers and more. Along with the favourable climate (warmer than the UK!) you will find that enjoying the outdoors becomes a far greater part of life.
The family focused life
Great schools, plenty of sport, peaceful and the second safest place in the world to live – New Zealand is a fantastic place to live family life to the fullest and a prime attraction for potential arrivals.
Our Health Boards’ Locations
Auckland
Auckland, or Tāmaki Makaurau in Māori, is one of the largest cities in New Zealand. Located in the North Island, Auckland is a vibrant urban area with plenty to offer. Our Health Boards in Auckland, Waitemāta DHB, Auckland DHB and Counties Manukau DHB are located throughout the region, offering excellent care to their communities and the best service at their different hospitals and health centres.
Auckland has the perfect combination of natural and urban beauty, offering all the advantages of a big city (shopping, events, cultural diversity, etc.) but with the added benefits of being surrounded by amazing outdoor spaces.
To learn more about living in Auckland and details about making the move click here.
Taranaki
Taranaki is known for its iconic landscape, with Mount Taranaki as an ever-present part of the landscape. This area has been conidered one of the most fertile lands for centuries, therefore it has the most beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces, with over 200km of walking and hiking trails. In Taranaki you can enjoy a great variety of activities, from skiing to long walks on the beach and its renowned New Plymouth’s bustling, award-winning 13km Coastal Walkway.
Taranaki DHB has its home in Taranaki Base Hospital, in New Plymouth, located in coast of the mid western part of Taranaki’s region. According to Statistics New Zealand, in 2018/19 Taranaki DHB served a population of 119,800 people. To learn more about living in Taranaki click here.
Hutt Valley, Wellington
Hutt Valley is located in the south of the region of Wellington. Not too far from the well-known city of Wellington, Hutt Valley is divided in four cities, being Lower Hutt the location of Hutt Valley DHB’s main hospital. Lower Hutt is a tranquil area, great for family life and with fantastic connections to Wellington city, either by ferry, bus or train. Belmont Regional Park is one of the main attractions of Lower Hutt, where you can spend a day of walking, hiking, mountain biking or even horse riding, and visit the beautiful Dry Creek Waterfall.
For more information about the area of Hutt Valley please click here.
Dunedin (Otago) and Invercargill (Southland).
Southern DHB serves the communities of various areas, offering services at Dunedin Hospital, Otago, and Southland Hospital in Invercargill, Southland.
Definitely one for the lovers of the outdoors, Dunedin is the perfect place for those who enjoy a more peaceful lifestyle, and prefer to stay away from the hustle and bustle of a busy city. With a population of around 130,000, Dunedin has a wide variety of things to do and places to visit. You may even be lucky enough to spot the Aurora Australis!.
Invercargill is the capital of Southland, and home to the amazing Oteri Beach, one of the only beaches in New Zealand where vehicles are allowed and a perfect spot for stargazing. So if you are thinking of moving to Invercargill, be prepared to enjoy some warm summer nights on the beach under a sky full of stars… not too shabby, huh?
Lakes
Lakes District Health Board serves a population of just over 100,000 and covers 9,570 square kilometres. It stretches from Mourea in the north to Mangakino in the west down to Turangi in the south and across to Kaingaroa village in the east. The major centres of population are Rotorua and Taupo and the main smaller communities are Mangakino and Turangi. The DHB’ boundaries take in the two main iwi groups of Te Arawa and Ngati Tuwharetoa.
In Taupo, you can take a boat ride on the Waikato River, kayak past the dead rock carvings at Lake Taupo or visit Huka Falls. In Rotorua, you can visit Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, learn more about the culture of the Maori people or go on a white water rafting adventure at Kaituna.
Mid-Central
MidCentral DHB’s district stretches across the North Island of New Zealand from the west to the east coast and is distinguished by the Tararua and Ruahine ranges that traverse the centre of the district.
Palmerston North is a family friendly city where you can enjoy the New Zealand countryside lifestyle without missing out on the advantages of a big city. With a diverse artistic community, Palmerston North is home to a multitude of cultural events, cafes, restaurants and sports activities. Its central place in the lower half of the North Island makes it easy to access the beautiful ski fields 2 hour’s drive north, Wellington 2 hours south, vineyards 2 hours east, wonderful hiking and biking areas 10 min east and the west coast beaches only a 30 minutes’ drive west.
If you wish to do a bit more research about this breath-taking country, you can visit NZ pocket guide or the New Zealand Now website, which offers a well of resources starting from how New Zealand compares to the U.K. (or other countries), the culture, climate, work/life balance, housing, benefits for families, education, living costs, Visa options, moving/relocation checklist and more.
Auckland
Auckland, or Tāmaki Makaurau in Māori, is one of the largest cities in New Zealand. Located in the North Island, Auckland is a vibrant urban area with plenty to offer. Our Health Boards in Auckland, Waitemāta DHB, Auckland DHB and Counties Manukau DHB are located throughout the region, offering excellent care to their communities and the best service at their different hospitals and health centres.
Auckland has the perfect combination of natural and urban beauty, offering all the advantages of a big city (shopping, events, cultural diversity, etc.) but with the added benefits of being surrounded by amazing outdoor spaces.
To learn more about living in Auckland and details about making the move click here.
Taranaki
Taranaki is known for its iconic landscape, with Mount Taranaki as an ever-present part of the landscape. This area has been conidered one of the most fertile lands for centuries, therefore it has the most beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces, with over 200km of walking and hiking trails. In Taranaki you can enjoy a great variety of activities, from skiing to long walks on the beach and its renowned New Plymouth’s bustling, award-winning 13km Coastal Walkway.
Taranaki DHB has its home in Taranaki Base Hospital, in New Plymouth, located in coast of the mid western part of Taranaki’s region. According to Statistics New Zealand, in 2018/19 Taranaki DHB served a population of 119,800 people. To learn more about living in Taranaki click here.
Hutt Valley, Wellington
Hutt Valley is located in the south of the region of Wellington. Not too far from the well-known city of Wellington, Hutt Valley is divided in four cities, being Lower Hutt the location of Hutt Valley DHB’s main hospital. Lower Hutt is a tranquil area, great for family life and with fantastic connections to Wellington city, either by ferry, bus or train. Belmont Regional Park is one of the main attractions of Lower Hutt, where you can spend a day of walking, hiking, mountain biking or even horse riding, and visit the beautiful Dry Creek Waterfall.
For more information about the area of Hutt Valley please click here.
Dunedin (Otago) and Invercargill (Southland).
Southern DHB serves the communities of various areas, offering midwifery services at Dunedin Hospital, Otago, and mental health services at Southland Hospital in Invercargill, Southland.
Definitely one for the lovers of the outdoors, Dunedin is the perfect place for those who enjoy a more peaceful lifestyle, and prefer to stay away from the hustle and bustle of a busy city. With a population of around 130,000, Dunedin has a wide variety of things to do and places to visit. You may even be lucky enough to spot the Aurora Australis!.
Invercargill is the capital of Southland, and home to the amazing Oteri Beach, one of the only beaches in New Zealand where vehicles are allowed and a perfect spot for stargazing. So if you are thinking of moving to Invercargill, be prepared to enjoy some warm summer nights on the beach under a sky full of stars… not too shabby, huh?
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