PROS and CONS of living in New Zealand

Kia Ora everyone 👋

If you're visiting our channel for the first time, my wife Yen and I are local Kiwi Asians making content from our home city of Auckland, New Zealand and from around the world too. I (Peter) migrated to New Zealand from China at the age of three and Yen migrated here from Malaysia at the age of four. We've grown up in NZ, went to school in NZ, met and got married in NZ and spent our entire working and adult lives in NZ too.

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On June 28 2019, we left our jobs to travel the world. You can watch a little on that here 🙂

This video is from my personal perspective as an Asian who grew up in this country since I was a little kid. Honestly, it is a little biased towards the pros section simply cause I love this country. Both Yen and I get homesick whenever we are away too long. New Zealand is one place that no matter where we are in the world we will always call home.

As it's a pretty detailed topic, for clarification and more details about my comment on free healthcare and education in New Zealand, please see below:

== FREE HEALTHCARE IN NZ ==

- New Zealand has about 40 public hospitals spread across the country. With minor exceptions like cosmetic surgery, hospital treatment is free for those eligible for healthcare services and NZ residents. Waiting lists can be long to receive public healthcare though.

- Most costs of injuries from accidents are covered by ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation). This covers everyone in New Zealand.

- Under the Talk Teeth programme, children get free basic care for their teeth until they are 18. Otherwise, dentists are not part of the free public health system.

- From birth to five years, all children in New Zealand qualify for a free health service called Well Child/Tamariki Ora. All children under 13 are eligible for free general practice visits (includes immunization, eyesight and hearing checks at school and visits to the doctor). NB: not all GPs provide free visits though so it's best to check with your GP first. Basic dental care through schools are also free while children are at school.

- In New Zealand, publicly funded COVID-19 related care – including diagnosis, testing and treatment – is provided to anyone who requires it, who has symptoms. This is irrespective of citizenship, visa status, nationality or level of medical insurance coverage.

For full details check out:

== FREE EDUCATION IN NZ ==

- Education is free between the ages of 5 and 19 at state schools (schools that are government owned and funded) if you're a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident.

- Private schools get some government funding but are mostly funded through charging parents school fees.

For full details check out:

- One year of tertiary education fees is free for NZ citizens and ordinarily residents enrolled in school in or after 2017 or you may qualify for two years fees free for industry training. Just need to check eligibility:

Another video of ours that might help you if you're planning on moving to New Zealand is our Cost of Living in Auckland, New Zealand video:

== MOVING TO NZ ==

Interested in how to apply for a visa to migrate to NZ? check out these websites. They have all the information that you'll need to know.

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[Andrew-ykjy]

The only bad thing about nz that most things don't ship here

[jacknicholson]

I love it in New Zealand and I live in Auckland
Who else is a Kiwi

[commentXrate]

CONS: Really far away from other countries
2020: ...

[WoodwardEnglish]

Great shots of Auckland.
PROS:
- It is MUCH safer than most other countries
- People are quite relaxed and laid-back.
- There are many things you can do as a tourist. I mean, a mind-blowing amount where everything little town has its own reason for visiting.
- The tourist network is very well organized.
- Great education system compared to many other countries.
- Pineapple lumps
CONS:
- NZ is quite expensive in general with Auckland being more expensive than the rest of the country.
- The local transport system is terrible compared to most other countries. You are expected to have a car to get anywhere within a town.
- Have I already mentioned it's expensive?


Peter, are you and your wife currently in NZ or traveling abroad?

[gutsbrekfest]

Greetings from the US! Currently wishing I was living in New Zealand because you guys are COVID-free! Also, the Prime Minister seems like a genuinely good person! Good on you guys!

[kuharua]

It's crazy that New Zealand is one of the most deforested countries on earth yet nature is our brand.

[jolintruong]

*Natural beauty and safe living environment, New Zealand is a great place to live*

[XbryceX]

I studied abroad in New Zealand (Christchurch) last year and I miss it so much..America is certainly changing a lot and it truly concerns me. I really hope to move to NZ in the near future but I know my family will never leave here so it is going to be a tough decision :/ Chur!

[maamyourtacticsconfuseandf]

I have a con: THE WIND we literally experience all seasons in a couple of hours
I have a pro: Waekane beach

[rapoehcute]

This is my biggest dream to live in New Zealand. I wish God would give me a sign to change my life and living to this country forever. Ameen ❤🇳🇿

[pateyyk]

I can’t describe how at home and welcome I felt, visiting NZ back in Nov of 2001. Since then, residing there or contributing somehow has been on my top 5 list of bucket list items. Your videos are INVALUABLE. I’m a guy who was raised and grew up in Miami, FL and can see how NZ definitely is a welcome breath of fresh air. Keep doing what you’re doing!

[SallyAndEd]

The sky was so blue and the grass was so green throughout this video 😍😍 you make New Zealand seem like its the most amazing place on earth! You guys don't have any scary snakes like we do in Australia!! Haha I feel like that's one of the best things about NZ... that and the amazing landscapes 😍😍

[neumillennium]

I’m here in Florida for a year and I miss home so much 💙 Windy Wellington is where it’s at.

[anubisgod]

I’m British and have been living down here for 6 odd years. I love it here, the people, the food, and the geography. Unfortunately the job market is too small for a young, out of college, adult to start your career. Hence why I am planning on leaving for home soon

[superlee]

I was raised in NZ as well. This video basically sums up NZ pretty good. Short answer is: NZ is a big retirement village

[surishippo]

Ive been dreaming about living in New Zealand. I think I cam deal with the cons. It's a good place to live. Thanks for sharing!

[jessicasquire]

only kiwis are gonna get the ghost chip joke ahaha

[Eskii_NZL]

Im glad you love our country brother 😁 its always nice to see people talking bout our home on the world wide web.

[OnePiece-ospe]

I like this guys cheerful personality.I was feeling a bit melancholy and that tour you gave about your country revitalized with energy and brought a smile to my face .

[NeonCrafty]

I want to move to New Zealand or Australia when I’m older