Nature on your doorstep
Beaches, bush walks, lakes and mountains can become part of your ordinary weekends.
Discover New Zealand
Could you see yourself living here?
Picture a Saturday morning beside the water, coffee at your favourite local café, and weekends discovering places that still take your breath away. Welcome to life in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Golden sand, clear water and room to breathe.
The everyday experience
What people love about New Zealand.
The scenery might bring you here. Often, it’s the small moments and the people you meet that make it feel like home.
Space for family life
Local sport, swimming, playgrounds and outdoor adventures are part of life for many families.
Finding your community
From neighbourhood cafés to clubs and community events, there are lots of ways to make connections.
Why people choose New Zealand
- 2ndmost peaceful country in the world, and first in Asia–PacificGlobal Peace Index 2026
- 1stfor life–work balance, three years runningGlobal Life-Work Balance Index 2025, Remote
- 11thhappiest country, and the highest-ranked English-speaking oneWorld Happiness Report 2026
- 2ndfriendliest country in the world, voted by readersCondé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026
- Freestate schooling for domestic students, which children of many work-visa holders areDepends on your visa. Schools guide
The lovely bits
What makes it special
- Beautiful coastlines, mountains and native forests
- Weekend markets, coffee and local cafés
- Outdoor activities and family adventures
- A different pace in many towns and cities
The honest bits
What might you miss?
Every move involves leaving some things behind. We think it’s worth talking about them.
- Family, old friends and spontaneous visits
- Historic buildings, European streets and architecture
- Favourite shops, familiar food and big-city variety
- Long-haul flights, time differences and travel costs
- Housing quality, heating and affordability can vary
Start with your work
Where could your profession take you?
We recruit across New Zealand healthcare for the organisations we work with. Choose your profession to explore the work, pay and registration information relevant to you.
Medical imaging & radiation therapy
Radiography, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy
Medicine
GPs, hospital doctors and specialists
Allied health
Physiotherapy and occupational therapy, with guides for speech-language therapy and dietetics
Mental health
Psychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy and social work
Theatre & perioperative
Anaesthetic technicians and perioperative roles
Nursing & midwifery
Registration and the move, explained. No vacancies at the moment.
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Another healthcare profession?
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Explore the practical side
Find out what everyday life could look like.
Choose a topic to see what matters, what to think about and where to find reliable information. No forms and no account needed.
Places to liveNeighbourhoods, local character and travel
Homes & housingRenting, buying, heating and utilities
Schools & childcareSchool years, enrolment and early learning
HealthcareGPs, eligibility, costs and services
Community & cultureFinding your people and familiar traditions
Things to doClubs, libraries, sports and weekends
Money & costsSalary, tax, budgets and everyday costs
Working in healthcareRegistration, employers and working life
Find your place
Different places. Different ways of living.
There’s no single New Zealand experience. Explore the places where you might build your next chapter.
WellingtonCreative, compact and coastal
Palmerston NorthA university city with community spirit
ChristchurchParks, mountains and a changing city
WhangāreiNorthland beaches and outdoor living
Already living in New Zealand? Your first six weeks · Settling in
My Move by Ethicare
Now, let’s make it about you.
Where you might feel at home depends on so much more than your job. Tell us a little about your profession, who might be coming with you and what matters most. We’ll help you explore a move that works for your whole life.
Start my personal plan- 01 Discover the country
- 02 Explore the practicalities
- 03 Let us get to know you
- 04 Build your own My Move plan
A note from our founder
Kia ora. I’m so glad you’re here.
Aotearoa shaped my own family’s story, and I’ve walked many healthcare families through this same decision. I still miss the blue skies and the quality of the light. Whatever is drawing you there, and whatever is worrying you, start with that: Ask Ethicare answers the questions, and My Move turns the answers into a plan.
SophieFounder, Ethicare Resourcing
Ask Ethicare a question
If you work in a profession we recruit for, My Move will offer to put you in touch with us.