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These resources and tools can help you get ready for work in New Zealand, and ease the transition from studying to working. They will also be helpful for students or workers new to New Zealand looking for employment
Nau mai, haere mai.
Join our diverse and friendly community.
Whatever your passion, Whanganui offers the perfect lifestyle fit.
Families thrive in this place of culture, creativity and adventure. Public facilities support people of all ages and interests with excellent infrastructure and connectivity.
Working from home is the perfect choice for many, while for others Whanganui's size makes it a commuter's dream.
Support for economic development allows entrepreneurs to flourish, and daily connections to New Zealand's biggest cities enable an ideal lifestyle without compromise.
Move to Whanganui
Our community is growing, you can help us flourish.
Get the inside story on work, housing, study and being a part of our community.
Community
Our people are diverse, friendly and innovative. We welcome newcomers in our vibrant, inclusive community where there’s always something going on.
Study
Whanganui’s secondary and tertiary institutions offer a diverse range of qualifications.
Work
Your career can take off in Whanganui. We have a diverse economy and we need people with many different skill sets as we continue to grow.
Living & Housing
Our housing market remains affordable while buoyant. We have the right home to fit your lifestyle and all the services essential to happy living.
