67 episodes
NZ Ahead Podcast Liz Deacle & Brian Deacle
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5.0 • 9 Ratings
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If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand and living in New Zealand, then this is the podcast for you!
The NZ AHEAD PODCAST is hosted by Liz and Brian, a husband and wife who moved to New Zealand from the UK with their small kids thirteen years ago. Every week Liz, Brian and the occasional kiwi guests share EVERYTHING there is to know about moving to and living in New Zealand. If you have your heart set on New Zealand, then you are going to LOVE this show!
And don't forget! If you are serious about moving to New Zealand, then sign up for the FREE 5-day VIDEO guide! that has been lovingly put together just for you. This short 5-day video series shares aspects of New Zealand that you won't find anywhere else on the internet (that's a promise!).
Ready to discover what real life in New Zealand is all about? Sign up for the FREE guide NOW: https://nzahead.com/
NZ ahead can be found on all of your favourite podcast providers. We can't wait to get to know you better and help make your dream to move to New Zealand as smooth as possible!
Liz and Brian
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068 - Auf Wiedersehen! Swapping GERMANY for NZ
🇳🇿FREE 5-DAY NZ VIDEO GUIDE HERE ➡️ https://itsadrama.com/ilovenz/
In this week's Moving to New Zealand episode, you will meet Tobias. Tobias is a member of our private NZ Ahead community. Tobias and his wife desperately wanted to leave Germany to start a new life. After making a short list of seven contending countries, they opted for New Zealand. They arrived in Christchurch 6 months ago, facing many obstacles along the way. Now they are here, Does Tobias feel welcome? What would he do differently? What does he struggle with the most when it comes to the kiwi culture vs. German culture? And....the question we're all desperate to know...which were the 7 countries on the list, and why did they choose NZ? Listen to the episode to find out! Enjoy this story! 😊 🇳🇿 Remember! If you are thinking of MOVING TO NEW ZEALAND and want to know more about the country, SIGN UP below for our FREE 5-DAY VIDEO GUIDE To Life in New Zealand.
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Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
(At the end of the series, you will be offered details of becoming a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community).
Start your adventure ball rolling today and get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/free
🛑 You can email Charlotte @: charlotte@nzshores.com (and don't forget to mention this podcast!)
Love the show? Please rate and review us HERE!
This is a free way to support our show by leaving it a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show, and it helps others discover it, too. Scroll down to the bottom of the page, select the star rating and hit "write review".Thank you!
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
The Dreaded Homesickness. What to do and how to cope.
Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.
Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.
Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.
WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!
Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand
Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both
Leaving America to live in New Zealand
7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand
Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home
Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.
Moving to New Zealand. 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid Making
Americans in New Zealand. Will They Ever Feel at Home?
Interested in Life in New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
Is New Zealand NEGLECTING These Essential Life Skills?
Lions and Tigers and Bears Oh My...Scary Things in New Zealand
7 Weird Things About New Zealand
You Know You're in New Zealand When...
Where To Live in New Zealand? North or South Island?
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067 - Using a STUDENT VISA to Move to New Zealand
Moving to New Zealand on a Student Visa: Your Pathway to Residency
In this informative episode, we sit down with Charlotte from NZ Shores Immigration to uncover the secrets of using a student visa to immigrate to New Zealand.
Contrary to popular belief, the student visa isn't just for young backpackers - it's a game-changing pathway that people of all ages can take advantage of.
Charlotte breaks down everything you need to know, including:
• Who can apply for a New Zealand student visa (spoiler: there's no age limit!)• The top study options that can lead you to residency, from master's degrees to skill-shortage areas• The financial requirements, including tuition fees and living expenses• How immigration advisors like NZ Shores can streamline the process and maximise your chances of success• Insights on the strict student visa landscape and why expert guidance is crucial• Alternative options for location-independent entrepreneurs
Whether you're fresh out of school or nearing retirement, this episode is packed with must-know information to help you unlock your dream of living in New Zealand. Grab a pen and paper - you won't want to miss a single tip!
Enjoy!
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Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
(At the end of the series, you will be offered details of becoming a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community).
Start your adventure ball rolling today and get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/free
🛑 You can email Charlotte @: charlotte@nzshores.com (and don't forget to mention this podcast!)
Love the show? Please rate and review us HERE!
This is a free way to support our show is by leaving it a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show, and it helps others discover it, too. Scroll down to the bottom of the page, select the star rating and hit "write review".Thank you!
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
The Dreaded Homesickness. What to do and how to cope.
Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.
Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.
Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.
WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!
Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand
Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both
Leaving America to live in New Zealand
7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand
Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home
Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.
Moving to New Zealand. 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid Making
Americans in New Zealand. Will They Ever Feel at Home?
Interested in Life in New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
Is New Zealand NEGLECTING These Essential Life Skills?
Lions and Tigers and Bears Oh My...Scary Things in New Zealand
7 Weird Things About New Zealand
You Know You're in New Zealand When...
Where To Live in New Zealand? North or South Island?
Subscribe to us on Apple
Subscribe on Android
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064 - BUYING a HOUSE in NZ. Inside Money saving Tips 🇳🇿💰
🇳🇿FREE 5-DAY NZ VIDEO GUIDE HERE ➡️ https://nzahead.com/free
Imagine getting some inside tips on house buying in New Zealand!
This week's guest, Dan, is a member of our private NZ Ahead Slack Community. Dan worked in real estate (realtor in the USA) for thirty years. After joining our community, Dan moved to New Zealand from the USA with his wife Sherry, and they recently bought their first NZ home.
In this episode, Dan shares Kiwi house buying from A-Z and reveals his tactics for securing the absolute BEST deal!
🇳🇿 Remember! If you are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like then
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
(At the end of the series, you will be offered details on how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community that Dan and many others are a part of!)
Start your adventure ball rolling today and get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/free
We appreciate your support. If you enjoy listening to this free podcast and would like to show us your love, then please leave us a five-star review now! It only takes a minute of your time but helps us ENORMOUSLY! Please leave a review here ➡️➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/nz-ahead-podcast/id1614947377
💰 Transferring currency? If you are looking for a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count, we've done the homework for you; the team at TorFX are great! Brian, myself and many of our private community members all use and recommend TorFX for transferring currency. They are quick, trustworthy and, best of all, they get you the most bang for your buck! - we love them!
https://itsadrama.com/torfx
We are unable to give immigration advice. The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores.
Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you.
https://bit.ly/ytiadea
🐕🦺 Pet Relocation:
There is only one company we recommend when it comes to pet relocation: Starwood Pet Travel. We have had many super recommendations for this company, and we couldn't be happier with them.
For listeners of It's a Drama and NZ Ahead Podcast, Starwood is proud to give new customers one free Pet Protection Plan for your pet’s upcoming move to New Zealand.
This is a $400 value and will cover unexpected travel-related expenses for your pet’s journey.
Remember to mention this promo when you speak to a Starwood Team Member.
Click the link below, and don't forget to mention Liz and Brian @ NZ Ahead or It's a Drama Podcast! https://itsadrama.com/starwood-pet-travel
🏡 If you want to join us in using TrustedHousesitters to travel for free, check out these beautiful houses and pets around New Zealand (and the world) that are currently available & waiting for YOU to HOUSESIT! https://itsadrama.com/housesit
Want to join up to Trusted Housesitters? Use our exclusive discount code to get a WHOPPING 25% off HOUSESITTING by going here!
https://itsadrama.com/housesit-discount
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
The Dreaded Homesickness. What to do and how to cope.
Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.
Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.
Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.
WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!
Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand
Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both
Leaving America to live in New Zealand
7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand
Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home
Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.
Moving to New Zealand. 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid Making
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065 - See ya, USA. We're STARTING OVER in NZ
Imagine moving to New Zealand with your family and starting ALL OVER again. New house, new career, new school, new budget...Imagine your partner leaving his long-held career with the USA military to train as a CHEF in New Zealand and your kids not wanting to leave their friends in America...
Meet Katie. Katie did ALL of the above. She left the UDSA with her husband and kids and completely CHANGED the way her life looks.
This is how it's working out...
Enjoy!
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Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
(At the end of the series, you will be offered details of becoming a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community).
Start your adventure ball rolling today and get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/free
We are unable to give immigration advice. The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores.
Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you.
https://bit.ly/ytiadea
💰 Transferring currency? If you are looking for a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count, click below for the best rates and a no-cost chat. We've done the homework for you, the team at TorFX are great. Brian, myself and many of our private community members all use and recommend TorFX for transferring currency. They are quick, trustworthy and, best of all, they get you the most bang for your buck! - we love them!https://itsadrama.com/torfx
🐕🦺 Pet Relocation:
There is only one company we recommend when it comes to pet relocation: Starwood Pet Travel. We have had many super recommendations for this company, and we couldn't be happier with them.
For listeners of It's a Drama and NZ Ahead Podcast, Starwood is proud to give new customers one free Pet Protection Plan for your pet’s upcoming move to New Zealand.
This is a $400 value and will cover unexpected travel-related expenses for your pet’s journey.
Remember to mention this promo when you speak to a Starwood Team Member.
Click the link below, and don't forget to mention Liz and Brian @ NZ Ahead or It's a Drama Podcast! https://itsadrama.com/starwood-pet-travel
🏡 If you want to join us in using TrustedHousesitters to travel the world, check out these beautiful houses and pets around New Zealand (and the world) that are currently available & waiting for YOU to HOUSESIT! https://itsadrama.com/housesit
Want to join up to Trusted Housesitters? Use our exclusive discount code to get a WHOPPING 25% off HOUSESITTING by going here!
https://itsadrama.com/housesit-discount
Love the show? You can rate and review us HERE!
This is a free way to support our show is by leaving it a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show, and it helps others discover it, too. Scroll down to the bottom of the page, select the star rating and hit "write review".Thank you!
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
The Dreaded Homesickness. What to do and how to cope.
Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.
Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.
Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.
WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!
Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand
Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both
Leaving America to live in New Zealand
7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand
Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home
Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.
Moving to New Zealand. 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid Making -
063 -Worth it? Private Healthcare Insurance in NZ.
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
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We get asked a lot by those in our moving to New Zealand community to discuss the option of paying for private healthcare in NZ.
So, this week we are thrilled to talk to Lance from Parka Insurance. Lance is a smashing guy. Kind, up-front and honest. Just the kind of person we'd be happy to trust with a financial decision as big as committing to any kind of insurance plan.
Sit back and listen as we take a deep dive into NZ private health insurance. We ask: Why do people pay for private healthcare, what are the pros and cons, what are the alternatives, and most importantly, what's the cost?
You can reach out to Lance here ➡️ https://parka.co.nz/the-team call or email him directly, and don't forget to say you loved this podcast!
We hope you enjoy this episode, and it answers some of the questions you might have about private health insurance. Remember, if you need a quote for ANY insurance, reach out to Lance HERE ➡️ https://parka.co.nz
You can call or email him directly, and don't forget to say you loved this podcast!
Enjoy!
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Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
(At the end of the series, you will be offered details of becoming a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community).
Start your adventure ball rolling today and get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/free
We are unable to give immigration advice. The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores.
Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you.
https://bit.ly/ytiadea
💰 Transferring currency? If you are looking for a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count, then click below for the best rates and a no-cost chat. We've done the homework for you, the team at TorFX are great. Brian, myself and many of our private community members all use and recommend TorFX for transferring currency. They are quick, trustworthy and, best of all, they get you the most bang for your buck! - we love them!https://itsadrama.com/torfx
🐕🦺 Pet Relocation:
There is only one company we recommend when it comes to pet relocation: Starwood Pet Travel. We have had many super recommendations for this company, and we couldn't be happier with them.
For listeners of It's a Drama and NZ Ahead Podcast, Starwood is proud to give new customers one free Pet Protection Plan for your pet’s upcoming move to New Zealand.
This is a $400 value and will cover unexpected travel-related expenses for your pet’s journey.
Remember to mention this promo when you speak to a Starwood Team Member.
Click the link below, and don't forget to mention Liz and Brian @ NZ Ahead or It's a Drama Podcast! https://itsadrama.com/starwood-pet-travel
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
The Dreaded Homesickness. What to do and how to cope.
Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.
Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.
Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.
WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!
Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand
Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both
Leaving America to live in New Zealand
7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand
Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home
Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.
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062 - Want the TRUTH? 7 FAQ about NZ (that people Google the heck out of)
Type into Google "Is New Zealand XXX" and a whole list of questions pops up. The ones that show up first are the questions that people are Googling most often, so, to save you searching, WE thought it would be fun to answer these Kiwi questions for you!Sit back and get ready to be educated on the the. things that thousands of people want answers to!
Enjoy!
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Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Sign up HERE, and we will send you our FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand 5-Part Video Series!
(At the end of the series, you will be offered details of becoming a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community).
Start your adventure ball rolling today and get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/free
We are unable to give immigration advice. The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores.
Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you.
https://bit.ly/ytiadea
💰 Transferring currency? If you are looking for a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count, then click below for the best rates and a no-cost chat. We've done the homework for you, the team at TorFX are great. Brian, myself and many of our private community members all use and recommend TorFX for transferring currency. They are quick, trustworthy and, best of all, they get you the most bang for your buck! - we love them!https://itsadrama.com/torfx
🐕🦺 Pet Relocation:
There is only one company we recommend when it comes to pet relocation: Starwood Pet Travel. We have had many super recommendations for this company, and we couldn't be happier with them.
For listeners of It's a Drama and NZ Ahead Podcast, Starwood is proud to give new customers one free Pet Protection Plan for your pet’s upcoming move to New Zealand.
This is a $400 value and will cover unexpected travel-related expenses for your pet’s journey.
Remember to mention this promo when you speak to a Starwood Team Member.
Click the link below, and don't forget to mention Liz and Brian @ NZ Ahead or It's a Drama Podcast! https://itsadrama.com/starwood-pet-travel
🏡 If you want to join us in using TrustedHousesitters to travel the world, check out these beautiful houses and pets around New Zealand (and the world) that are currently available & waiting for YOU to HOUSESIT! https://itsadrama.com/housesit
Want to join up to Trusted Housesitters? Use our exclusive discount code to get a WHOPPING 25% off HOUSESITTING by going here!
https://itsadrama.com/housesit-discount
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
The Dreaded Homesickness. What to do and how to cope.
Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.
Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.
Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.
WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!
Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand
Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both
Leaving America to live in New Zealand
7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand
Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home
Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.
Moving to New Zealand. 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid Making
Americans in New Zealand. Will They Ever Feel at Home?
Interested in Life in New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
Is New Zealand NEGLECTING These Essential Life Skills?
Lions and Tigers and Bears Oh My...Scary Things in New Zealand
7 Weird Things About New Zealand
You Know You're in New Zealand When...
Where To Live in New Zealand? North or South Island?
Subscribe to us on Apple
Subscribe on Android
Subscribe on Spotif
Customer Reviews
It’s like drinking a cup of tea with friends
I was excited to hear about this podcast. We love to listen to Liz and Bri. Any topic they speak about is made interesting. I’m sure anyone moving to NZ will find their channel useful and they have such lovely presence. It’s like I’m drinking a cup of tea with some friends.
Amazing
I absolutely love listening to Liz and Brian! They’re such a bright spot to my day and help me really think through what a move might look like!
Liz and Brian are the best!
If you are at all curious about living in New Zealand, especially as an expat, then you are going to love this podcast. They are so helpful, knowledgeable, and entertaining. And if you are serious about a move to NZ, please consider joining their Slack group. Best decision we’ve made.