New Zealand
New Zealand is frequently recognised as a country which has one of the highest qualities of life in the world and New Zealand cities consistently dominate worldwide quality of living standards surveys, making them attractive destinations for migrants. Every three years New Zealand’s 12 largest city councils are rated for their quality of life, in a quality of life report. The 2007 report by the Metropolitan Sector Group showed the majority of residents in the cities (90%) felt they had a positive overall quality of life. They enjoyed clean air and water and had ready access to employment, housing and services such as health and education. The economy was strong, median personal and household incomes had increased, there had been an increase in jobs and a drop in unemployment. The 12 cities accounted for nearly two-thirds of all economic activity in New Zealand.
Although New Zealand is relatively small in comparison to Australia, it is geographically a land of extremes from the sub tropical north to the glaciers of the South Island, encompassing beautiful green countryside, wild surf beaches, volcanic peaks, national parks, mountains, stunning wildlife and fabulous cities along the way. The people of New Zealand are famed for their relaxed and friendly approach and tend to enjoy the fantastic outdoor lifestyle that is available. With its great outdoors, accessible cities and low cost of living, the opportunities to enjoy a great lifestyle are plentiful. With such a diversity of landscapes and towns you will find it hard to choose where to live in New Zealand. Get information on regions in New Zealand from Northland to Southland and everything in between, from Tourism New Zealand.
Healthcare is mainly provided within the public sector in New Zealand, although there are also some opportunities for private practice. There are nineteen District Health Boards providing public health care throughout the country and Head Medical has good working relationships with all of these organisations. Hospitals range from large metropolitan teaching hospitals to small country general hospitals. Registration for UK trained Doctors in New Zealand is relatively straightforward and we can arrange either temporary or permanent registration. Due to the relatively simple registration process we can offer fixed term contracts as well as permanent appointments. Minimum contract length is 3 months although most employers prefer a six months or longer commitment.
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See the following links for more information about locations in New Zealand:
North Island
South Island
Contact us for further information on living and working in this beautiful country.
Useful Links for New Zealand:
Medical Council of New Zealand
New Zealand Immigration Service
New Zealand Tax Office
New Zealand Tourism
New Zealand Medical Association
General New Zealand Information
