by brian | Jun 14, 2025 | Living in New Zealand, Moving to New Zealand, Moving to New Zealand from UK, Moving to New Zealand From USA, Podcast
We try our hardest to prepare you for your move to New Zealand. We strive to share the highs and the lows of emigrating to a new country. This week’s ‘low’ was brought to our attention by a recent guest on our podcast. He shared and reminded us... by brian | May 18, 2025 | Moving to New Zealand, Moving to New Zealand from UK, Moving to New Zealand From USA, Podcast, Uncategorized
Why did a record 127,800 people leave New Zealand in 2024 despite its reputation as a paradise? Explore the economic, social, & cultural factors driving this surprising exodus and what continues to make NZ special for those who stay In this week’s NZ Ahead... 
by brian | May 4, 2025 | Living in New Zealand, Moving to New Zealand, Podcast, Uncategorized
Last week, I received an email from a man trying to find a job in New Zealand. I had written to encourage his efforts, and in his reply, he said, “According to the news, nothing good is coming out of New Zealand these days…” I was about to reply, but... 
by brian | Apr 20, 2025 | immigration advice, Moving to New Zealand, Moving to New Zealand from UK, Moving to New Zealand From USA, Podcast, YouTube Podcast Videos
In March 2025, crucial changes were made to New Zealand’s accredited employer work visas, including reverting from median wage requirements to market rates and certain occupations reclassified as skilled. This week, we chatted with our favourite immigration advisor,... 
by brian | Apr 13, 2025 | Moving to New Zealand From USA, Podcast
This is the story of Will, Ira and Vera. A family who moved to New Zealand from the USA to start a new life. Will and Ira are longtime members of our private NZ Ahead community. They are precious. Things have not been a bed of roses for this young family of three, but... 
by brian | Apr 12, 2025 | Living in New Zealand, Moving to New Zealand, Podcast
Leizl and her family are from South Africa. Today, she bravely shares how, after arriving in New Zealand, her husband’s first hunting trip almost cost him his life. This week’s show is a reminder to us all of how quickly things can go wrong in life, even... 
