Strong economy
The Wellington region’s economy contains many globally competitive sectors including finance, IT, software development, multi-media, fashion and film. With a buoyant economy, low unemployment and a tight labour market, skilled workers are in high demand. There are great opportunities in a wide range of areas.
The Wellington lifestyle
Built around a stunning harbour, Wellington offers superb waterfront promenades, many bars and cafés, and Oriental Bay’s golden sand beach is only a short walk from the heart of the city. There are believed to be more eateries per head of population than in New York City. Whatever your passion you can pursue it in Wellington. Because the city is so compact, easy to get around, and extremely safe – lots of people walk or cycle to work and home again.
Wellingtonians are confident, cultured and smart
More than 40% of Wellingtonians are tertiary qualified, and many people continue further study while they work. Because the government sector is based in Wellington, people tend to be well informed about current events and world affairs.
Wellington is the arts and culture capital of New Zealand
Wellington has a feast of events and entertainment throughout the year. The biennial New Zealand International Arts Festival is considered one of the top 10 arts festivals in the world. The annual Wellington Film Festival is a much-loved winter event, and the Montana World of WearableArt™ Awards show is a highly-acclaimed theatrical extravaganza. Wellington is also home to a strong and innovative theatre scene, a national opera house and the magnificent Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.
Wellington offers a range of high quality education choices
The city is well served by its schools. New Zealand educational levels are high by OECD standards, and in Wellington there is a wide choice of public, integrated and private schools available, either single-sex or co-educational. At tertiary level, Wellington has numerous options.
The region
Wellington city is known as a modern and creative city with a compact central business district, Hutt City for its manufacturing capabilities, Upper Hutt for its easy semi-rural lifestyle, Porirua for its culture and world-class niche industries, rural Wairarapa for its wine production, and the fast-growing Kapiti Coast for its warm climate and beaches.
Wellington is waiting for you!
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