Living in Auckland
Further Links University of Auckland Waipapa Taumata Rau Further information on our main site www.auckland.ac.nz Careers information Taumata Teitei – Vision 2030 and Strategic Plan 2025 Te Rautaki Tūāpapa - The University of Auckland Estate Strategy 2021- 2030 2022 Annual Report Te Rautaki Aronga Toitū | Sustainability Strategy 2022-2023 Te Taumata Tukuwaro-kore | Net Zero Carbon Strategy
The University of Auckland Waipapa Taumata Rau is located in the heart of Auckland, which is well known as one of the most liveable cities in the world.
Superannuation University of Auckland employees qualify for an employer subsidy of 1.35 times their contributions up to a maximum 6.75% of their salary. That is employee contribution of 5% of salary will gain the maximum employer subsidy. The most comprehensive information in regard to the Universities NZ superannuation scheme, Unisaver, is sourced directly from their website. New Zealand For further information on New Zealand, please refer to the Tourism New Zealand website. Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand Auckland ATEED – Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (an Auckland Council organisation) Information on public transport in Auckland Real Estate Searchable Real Estate website with listings from multiple agencies Trademe - New Zealand’s online auction site which includes residential real estate, cars and almost anything else you may require Cost of Living Cost of Living calculator The Global Liveability Index 2023 Links to online supermarkets to assist with cost of living comparisons
Auckland combines the energy and excitement of city life with spectacular natural beauty in every direction. World-class food, wine, coffee, designer shopping and a thriving arts and culture scene is matched with beautiful harbours, islands, beaches, forests and volcanic cones offering countless adventure activities, from sailing and surfing to mountain biking and hiking. And it’s all so close. Auckland’s harbour setting, magnificent beaches and verdant bush make it a great place to study and work, while the University’s close proximity to New Zealand’s major business city enables staff and students to rub shoulders with leading practitioners in their field. For example, our medical students work alongside leading specialists at Auckland City Hospital while the Faculty of Law is within walking distance of the courts and major legal firms. The Business School has a close relationship with leading Auckland companies and academics from our Faculty of Engineering, School of Population Health and School of Architecture and Planning serve on think-tanks helping to shape the city’s future. Auckland is New Zealand's largest city and the centre of the country’s retail and commercial activities. Approximately 1.6 million people live in the greater Auckland area, representing about one third of the population of the whole country.
Auckland is a city with a rich cosmopolitan mix of peoples with particularly strong Māori and Pacific communities. English is the main written and spoken language in Auckland with te reo Māori, and Polynesian and Asian languages also spoken. The city’s climate is temperate, with warm summers (averaging more than 24°C) and cooler winters (averaging 8-16°C). The summer months are between December and March. The city is built on a narrow isthmus between two harbours - the Manukau and the Waitemata - and is surrounded by 11 dormant volcanoes and numerous picturesque islands. This harbourside location has fostered locals' love of the sea and Auckland is nicknamed the "City of Sails" because of the great number of yachts that sail in the harbours and the adjoining Hauraki Gulf. To the west of the city, the Waitakere Ranges rainforest forms a gateway to magnificent west coast surf beaches and an abundance of bush walks. Auckland is a vibrant cosmopolitan centre with a thriving arts and entertainment scene and, thanks to its stunning natural surroundings, myriad lifestyle options. From golden sand beaches and bays to idyllic harbours and lush forests, Auckland is a city that allows you to truly enjoy outdoor life. Our sense of hospitality and many diverse cultures make Auckland an exciting and welcoming place to live.
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Immigration For further information on Immigration, advice regarding cost of living, finance, please refer to the Immigration New Zealand website. We have an in-house licensed Immigration Manager (i.e. an employee of the University) who facilitates work visas and residency for the many staff we employ from off-shore. Relocation The University will cover relocation costs in accordance with their relocation policy and will contribute towards visa costs. Personal Taxation Salaries, which are paid fortnightly, are subject to taxation deductions on the “pay-as you-earn” (PAYE) basis. New Zealand operates a progressive tax system for individuals. This means that the amount of tax you pay is dependent on the amount of income that you earn during the financial year, with the top rate of 39% being applied to earnings over $180,000. There is a Goods and Services Tax (15%) on most purchases and services. The New Zealand Inland Revenue website provides information and services related to taxes and specific social policy services - Including an Online taxation calculator. Schooling Schooling is compulsory from age 6 to 16. Children can start school on the day they turn 5 years old and most stay at school until they are around 17. Education is free between the ages of 5 and 19 at our top quality state schools (schools that are government-owned and funded) for children who are a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident. In addition there are a number of fee-paying State Integrated and Independent (private) Schools to choose from. The New Zealand National Curriculum is NCEA. Some schools also offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme and Cambridge International Examination (CIE). New Zealand’s Education Review Office reviews all schools and early childhood centres in the country. These reviews are comprehensive and publicly available. Searchable by region and suburb.
Further information about living in Auckland can be viewed at https:// www.careers.auckland.ac.nz/living-in-auckland/
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Health Insurance Hospital and emergency care in New Zealand are provided free to residents; however many choose to supplement this with private healthcare insurance. The University of Auckland has negotiated discounts with both Southern Cross Healthcare and NIB Health Insurance . Both provide online instant quotes for various levels of cover.
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