New Zealanders pride themselves on their DIY – or Do It Yourself – mentality, so domestic help, especially live-in help, is not the norm in Auckland. However, as Auckland is the country’s largest and richest city, and is home to many foreigners, plenty of nannies and au pairs, housekeepers and babysitters, gardeners, handymen and more can be found. Agencies are listed in the yellow pages and at http://www.yellow.co.nz.
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Top tips
| 01 | Winter in Auckland is very cold. Be aware of this when house hunting. Most houses don’t have central heating and some have no heating system at all |
| 02 | The weather in Auckland can change quickly and without warning. Always be prepared for sudden changes in temperature or a sudden downfall. |
| 03 | Consider joining www.cherrytree.co.nz. An online store that offers reduced price appliances and electronics. There is a membership fee. |
Useful Links
- http://www.viewauckland.co.nz
A guide to Auckland with information on restaurants, bars, cinemas, live music and events. - http://www.nzrecruitme.co.nz
An online job advertisement service. Register your CV online to access thousands of job advertisements. - http://www.nz.open2view.com
An online property search site that allows users to take a virtual tour of properties that are for sale or rent. - http://auckland-city.blogspot.com
A funny blog about living in Auckland.
Interesting Facts
| The Maori name for Auckland is ‘Tamaki Makau Rau,’ meaning a maiden with 100 lovers. |
