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Forum: New Zealand

Nov 18th 2012, 10:06 am

Replies: 130

NZ vs UK - not all it's cracked up to be. Is it just me?

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: NZ vs UK - not all it's cracked up to be. Is it just me?

We were back in Scotland for month earlier this year and we are returning for good after 3 years. I had forgotten how wonderfully dramatic Scotland is even with rain. It is home for us. Caladonia has...

Forum: New Zealand

Nov 18th 2012, 9:52 am

Replies: 84

My findings so far; pre-emigration

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: My findings so far; pre-emigration

Agree with this paragraph.
We are leaving for Scotland on Wednesday after 3 years here in New Zealand. We have enjoyed many aspects of living here but now it is time to return home. We did research,...

Forum: NZ Update

Oct 17th 2012, 6:45 pm

Replies: 4

Heading Home

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: Heading Home

It is good to hear about the happy returns and I am sure it can only get easier - we are back in NZ packing and saying good bye.
When we returned to the UK for my interview and the extended stay it...

Forum: NZ Update

Oct 6th 2012, 10:06 am

Replies: 4

Heading Home

Views: 2,028

Posted By maddalenna

Heading Home

I was only directed to this site a few months back and have found it very helpful. It is the well balanced posts, views, opinions and advise that really help. Thankfully we are all different and we...

Forum: New Zealand

Oct 6th 2012, 8:00 am

Replies: 11

IETLS and Nurse registration

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: IETLS and Nurse registration

Hi - I am not a nurse over here, but have a friend who is and is really struggling (South Island) with the pressures of nursing.She feels under more stress now than when she was in the UK. I am sure...

Forum: New Zealand

Oct 4th 2012, 5:49 pm

Replies: 14

Going back to the UK. Recommended Shipping Company/Quotes.

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: Going back to the UK. Recommended Shipping Company/Quotes.

We have used 'Whites' in the UK they work in conjunction with 'The Moving Company in NZ. Moving out here 3 years ago cost us $5550 at todays exchange. They provided all materials and packed. The...

Forum: New Zealand

Oct 2nd 2012, 9:43 am

Replies: 76

Thinking about moving back to England

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: Thinking about moving back to England

We are heading back to the UK after 3 years. For similar reasons â€“ extended family and missing the strong friendship bonds we have over in the UK. My son is now 8 and he has such a close bond with...

Forum: New Zealand

Sep 11th 2012, 12:24 pm

Replies: 7

Schools...the problem of a bright kid!

Views: 1,188

Posted By maddalenna

Re: Schools...the problem of a bright kid!

Hi â€“ you should find a good range of options for your daughter in Auckland. The best advice is to visit schools and discuss your daughterâ€™s needs with the Principals. Consider the ethos of the...

Forum: New Zealand

Sep 9th 2012, 1:42 pm

Replies: 8

Teaching in NZ

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Posted By maddalenna

Re: Teaching in NZ

Hi I have been in NZ for 3 years and just thought I would share my teaching experiences here in NZ.
Basics: UK qualifications accepted and assessed at top of Primary salary scale.

I have had a...

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