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Forum: New Zealand
Dec 16th 2013, 8:09 am
Replies: 8
Views: 936
Posted By Conor79

Re: Reg Sparky in Christchurch looking for work

To be honest, I think there's a good few years work ahead of us especially in the commercial sector. Residential is a bit more risky as there's so many one man bands about.

I'm very excited about...
Forum: New Zealand
Dec 11th 2013, 3:55 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,280
Posted By Conor79

Re: 5 Reasons why moving to NZ could ruin your life

I personally think the whingeing poms comment is a valid point

But, you know, if newbies let a thread like this inform a huge decision in their life then good luck to them
Forum: New Zealand
Dec 11th 2013, 2:37 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,280
Posted By Conor79

Re: 5 Reasons why moving to NZ could ruin your life

haha, yep!! The type who start moronic threads!!
Forum: New Zealand
Nov 14th 2013, 9:55 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By Conor79

Re: WTR Visa Confirmed! Arrive in Christchurch 5/1/2014

Sheaf View mate. The one up the hill which is in Meersbrook i think.
Forum: New Zealand
Nov 14th 2013, 9:45 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,842
Posted By Conor79

Re: HELP Please - British Sparky in Auckland - not able to find ANY type of work!

I am recently sparkying down in chch. As BEVS says above, have you attempted to get your NZ registration? Alot of Brit/Irish sparks think they can stroll in without learning the country's rules. They...
Forum: New Zealand
Nov 13th 2013, 8:21 am
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By Conor79

Re: WTR Visa Confirmed! Arrive in Christchurch 5/1/2014

Eeee, tha misses Sheffield reyt bad.

Kelham Island Tav, Fat Cat and Sheaf are great pubs too

Saying that, I'm a big fan of Pomeroys, Smash Palace and Volstead here in Chch
Forum: New Zealand
Nov 9th 2013, 4:35 am
Replies: 2
Views: 602
Posted By Conor79

Re: Work

Hi mate. Yes they do. Generally called Trade Assistants here. I'd advise you to approach firms directly and avoid agencies
Forum: New Zealand
Aug 13th 2013, 9:09 pm
Replies: 52
Views: 38,839
Posted By Conor79

Re: Electrician looking to move to New Zealand -

Hi Serpico

I lived in Tauranga for 6 months when I first arrived in NZ and there was zero work so I applied to Christchurch and got a job before I moved down. I think it helps to be in the country...
Forum: New Zealand
Aug 13th 2013, 5:31 am
Replies: 52
Views: 38,839
Posted By Conor79

Re: Electrician looking to move to New Zealand -

Hey mate

I recently started sparky work in Christchurch. I think you may be looking to start on $26-27 an hour and once you get your registration, it'll be more like $29-30. However, once work...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 18th 2013, 7:14 am
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By Conor79

Re: Winter is Coming . . .

haha, super stuff guys!!!

Thanks for the offer Bevs. My wife has just informed me that if we get stranded in Wellington, her hospital will cover the costs of us staying there as part of...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 18th 2013, 4:51 am
Replies: 57
Views: 4,064
Posted By Conor79

Re: Driving in New Zealand

Haha, Driving Skills Syllabus!!! You might be only the person who's read that, Woodlea
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 18th 2013, 4:48 am
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By Conor79

Re: Winter is Coming . . .

Nope, more a statement of impending seasonal weather which i will embrace with all joy a gruff bloke from sheffield can muster
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 18th 2013, 4:29 am
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By Conor79

Winter is Coming . . .

Well, looks like we've chosen an awesome time to drive from Tauranga to Christchurch when we set off tomorrow. Bring on the ferry come Thursday!!! :thumbsup:
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 16th 2013, 10:35 pm
Replies: 57
Views: 4,064
Posted By Conor79

Re: Driving in New Zealand

haha, nailed it!!!
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 14th 2013, 1:37 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,134
Posted By Conor79

Cook Strait Ferry

Hello all

Just wondering if anyone has any preference for which ferry they take. Interislander or Bluebridge?

Cheers
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 10th 2013, 4:12 am
Replies: 9
Views: 12,453
Posted By Conor79

Re: Tauranga - Areas to live

You are correct Hokey Pokey. To be honest, I don't know these areas at all so it would be unfair to discount them. Just based on what locals have told me. What I do know of Tauranga has been pretty...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 9th 2013, 10:21 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 12,453
Posted By Conor79

Re: Tauranga - Areas to live

I've lived in Mount Maunganui the last 6 months and loved it. Would you be looking to rent or buy?

Papamoa is supposed to be good. As for Tauranga itself, Otumotei is more of a quiet surbaban...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 6th 2013, 4:08 am
Replies: 52
Views: 38,839
Posted By Conor79

Re: Electrician looking to move to New Zealand -

Cheers bud! Will be there in 2 weeks
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 4th 2013, 11:39 pm
Replies: 52
Views: 38,839
Posted By Conor79

Re: Electrician looking to move to New Zealand -

Hi there

I'm going through the process with the EWRB and it can be frustrating. They state they want signed references from employers in the UK to cover 4 years work experience. Emailed references...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 4th 2013, 11:29 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 1,516
Posted By Conor79

Re: Christchurch - City centre living

Cheers guys! Wherever we end up, I'm really looking forward to moving down and getting into Christchurch life. Speaking of which, i love live music (playing and watching). Can anyone recommend good...
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 4th 2013, 11:24 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 1,941
Posted By Conor79

Re: Workers moving to chch - new accommodation idea - would you live in a pod?

I'd say $250 a week for a glorified cell is a bit steep
Forum: New Zealand
Jun 3rd 2013, 12:31 am
Replies: 16
Views: 1,516
Posted By Conor79

Re: Christchurch - City centre living

Thanks for your words guys. You're right, it'll be best to have a look around when we're down there. Cheers
Forum: New Zealand
May 30th 2013, 12:12 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 1,516
Posted By Conor79

Christchurch - City centre living

Hello all

We've spent our first 6 months in New Zealand in the wonderful Mount Maunganui and it's been ace. Alas, my work (I'm a sparky) has been less ace. So we're moving down to Christchurch as...
Forum: New Zealand
May 30th 2013, 1:31 am
Replies: 18
Views: 4,315
Posted By Conor79

Re: White goods and 10 amp domestic supply

As Mark Twain said "All generalisations are false, including this one"
Forum: New Zealand
Jan 8th 2013, 1:09 am
Replies: 88
Views: 9,856
Posted By Conor79

Re: New Zealand is not as I hoped

Might be something to do with people having a right to a different opinion . . .
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