7 reasons NOT to move to New Zealand

- In this video, I overview the 7 reasons you should NOT move to New Zealand. It was time for an honest video as to what I think and what others don't like about New Zealand.

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Thanks to my editor:

0:00 - Introduction to the topic of reasons not to move to New Zealand.
0:16 - Emphasis on the importance of highlighting both positive and negative aspects.
0:54 - Reason 1: New Zealand's remote location and its impact on travel expenses and feeling isolated.
2:04 - Reason 2: The unpredictable weather in New Zealand, which includes frequent changes and rainy winters.
3:00 - Reason 3: The high cost of living in New Zealand, covering housing, fuel, and rising food prices.
5:12 - Reason 4: Limited variety in shopping and product choices, especially in clothing and footwear.
6:40 - Reason 5: Expensive mobile data and internet services, with a lack of unlimited data plans.
7:59 - Reason 6: Challenges for small businesses due to a small population and conservative consumer mindset.
10:04 - Reason 7: The small-town feel of New Zealand, even in larger cities, which may not suit those seeking a wide range of activities.
11:43 - Conclusion and encouraging viewers to ask questions or seek additional resources.

[biwpwyl]

Guys as an Aussie all I can say is that there is no need to justify NZ or your way of life to anyone. People from other parts of the world move to your beautiful country looking for something better than where they come from, . If the expectations dont live up to the reality seriously thats their problem not yours. I have been over there 4 times and i will continue crossing the ditch whenever I get the opportunity.

[gregggiddens]

If the world start using nuclear weapons against each other, living so far away will be a huge bonus. People have moved to New Zealand just for that reason

[josephdouglas]

Good advice. Many Kiwi's go overseas, especially when younger. But when we come back; we are generally happier and appreciate what we have going locally.

[elettewheeler]

When I was a kid in the 60's and 70's, everything was made in NZ. That's what made NZers innovative. Very little was imported. It's made NZers dependent on imports and reduced the labour force and skills. I like home made and support it where I can. Buy NZ made!

[micmalawi]

I've been here 14 years and still can't afford a house... so planning to go back to South Africa... I feel like I've done pretty much everything there is to do.

[louisenicholson]

We did our OE, and loved been back in NZ. Regarding food e.g. tomatoes in October definitely not in season so yes you pay more for hot house tomatoes. Buy seasonal food. Quite frankly i think it's a good thing that we are not such a big country, I love the space. I'm not into consumerism, we op shop, sew.
Good and bad in whatever country you live in.

[AmandaJane]

Subscribed. Thankyou for your channel. Fellow Kiwi here. It’s always lovely to have other NZ'ers perspective on our country but I'm with you on most of these topics.

[FastKiwiBoss]

Live in Tauranga and just returned from 7 weeks CA and NC, alot has gone up in price in the usa since i visited last year, and considerably. Very hard to get ahead and survive in small bussness with just 5M people, its always been that way tho. Enjoy your postings.

[tangimate]

You are so spot on, cost is a predominant problem, and the lack of variety, although as a Kiwi we adapt. I am flying next week for 2 weeks, in NZ, and yearn to return for good. Love your podcast Tara, you are very up front. We are spending a lot of time in Wellington, may see you. God Bless

[eddieedmondson]

Regarding the weather, have you looked at the weather in the US of A over the last couple of years?

[_Hit_U_Quit]

NZer here, agree with the mobile data prices. Basically an extra monthly bill for unlimited mobile data.

[Gumboot_City_NZ]

Love the videos been watching for over a year. Are you guys following the Rugby World Cup currently going on in France?

[amyamy]

We are at the consideration stage of moving to New Zealand. You mentioned some resources to learn more and get the ball rolling. Where could I find those and/or do you have another communication medium?

[johanmeischke]

Ah ive got unlimited data. Its costs me $25.00/mnth. How cheap do you want it?

[egrhesu]

Love your honesty. It’s so refreshing to hear someone tells both sides of the story. Would love to see an updated monthly costs video now the prices are changing. Everyone lives differently and spends differently but it’s so nice to be able gage what is “expensive” to someone. For instance I had Chinese takeout last night. Nothing special. Just plain rice and a small container of food. No drink, egg roll, soup, or dessert. It was $25 and I needed to give a tip on top of that. I felt like that was a lot but someone in California is probably laughing at me. Lol. So I’d love to see a current monthly budget for rent, groceries, gas, phone, electricity…. You know, the typical stuff in most countries. That would really help give a perspective. Thanks

[lisamcisaac]

I am currently working on making the leap to NZ. I am curious if I can use my electronics there with adapters or if I should get rid of everything and buy new electronics there?

[LuiDeAn]

Definitely some good advice I think. I’m currently visiting in Wellington rn and it’s so beautiful. it’s definitely weird being in one of the bigger cities and it feels like a US suburb haha.

[scottjulius]

Myself and the friend are traveling to new Zealand in January. We are going to stay for 2 months and we would like to tour the country in a van down by the river. We could definitely use a contact who sees things from our point of view.

[MontassarOueda]

I leave in Canada right now and I’m a welder witch country you think is better for someone like me thnks

[kelvinpetch]

Food is expensive considering that we grow a lot of our own fruit, vegetables and meat yet we pay top prices for something that was produced right here such as Cheese.