Economy & Politics

Feb 24, 20232 min read

Desperately seeking recovery specialists - new fast track visa

New Zealand brings in new Recovery Visa to fast track workers for rebuild efforts in the wake of the recent cyclone and Auckland flooding.

Feb 23, 20233 min read

Kiwis proud to shop pre-loved

New insights from Trade Me reveals Kiwis are sitting on a treasure trove of sellable fashion items worth $300 milllion.

Feb 22, 20232 min read

Is it cheaper to live in New Zealand or Australia?

The results may surprise you. The cost of living is higher in Australia than in New Zealand. Certainly it may surprise some Kiwis, as...

Feb 12, 20234 min read

Good time to buy a New Zealand home?

House prices at 15-year low, but experts urging caution. So are there any property opportunities? And what about a captial gains tax?

Feb 10, 20232 min read

Jobs skills shortage in New Zealand

New Zealand is short on some skills and is looking to fill those gaps with overseas workers. Access a list of industries looking for staff.

Feb 5, 20234 min read

How to: Open up a bank account in New Zealand

Opening up a bank account in New Zealand is very straight-forward and can even be done online, with some Identification. You may have to...

Feb 2, 20236 min read

Is there a preferred online marketplace?

New Zealand’s Trade Me is the most popular online marketplace in the country with 17.7 million monthly visits. So how does it work?

Jan 24, 20238 min read

Can you buy a property in New Zealand from overseas?

Can you buy property in New Zealand from overseas? No, you usually can't, but what are the rules and are there exceptions?

Jan 19, 20233 min read

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern resigns

Jacinda Ardern has announced she will step down as Prime Minister and Leader of the Labour Party.

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