Moving to Auckland for Work

Auckland – the City of Sails – is the largest city in New Zealand, and is at the heart of the country’s booming economy and diverse culture. It is often ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world thanks to its beaches, scenery, walkable city centre, enviable dining scene, nightlife, climate, culture, and non-stop events and festivals.

Moving to Auckland for work may be your main reason, but many of those who do end up staying for much more than their job. Here’s a little on what you can expect from living in Auckland.

Living in Auckland

As the world’s third-most liveable city, making a home in Auckland is both desirable and doable. While house prices are generally high (on trend with the rest of the world), you can find a place to rent with flatmates or by yourself without too much difficulty when you arrive.

Getting around Auckland will depend on where you live. There are buses, trains, and ferries that provide a good public transport system, or you can walk within the CBD, or use a personal car to commute to work. A private car will also come in handy on weekends, as there are many places to explore outside of the city.

For more information about living in Auckland, the jobs market, renting, household utilities and more, click the tab on the right-hand side of this page.

What you can expect from the Auckland climate

Auckland enjoys a warm coastal climate, and almost never experiences anything in the extremes.

Summer, from December to the end of February, is usually warm and fairly humid. In total, the city experiences 2,060 hours of sunshine per year, making it one of the sunnier places in the country.

Come winter (June, July, and August), the city experiences plenty of rain, but temperatures almost never drop to freezing levels and snow is practically unheard of across Auckland.

Things to do in Auckland

Unlike many ‘big cities’, Auckland is so much more than a concrete jungle. The city centre is found on the edge of the waterfront, and these areas around the Wynyard Quarter and Britomart are beautiful and brimming with cafes, bars, and restaurants.

The city is also just a stone’s throw from some of New Zealand’s best beaches and natural scenery, such as Devonport, Piha, and the Waitakere Ranges.

Naturally, there is also a lot to see and do within the city, including the Auckland Zoo, Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium, the Sky Tower, and the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

With all of this and more, you can spend your weeks at work and your weekends exploring all the treasures the city has to offer. 

If you’d like to know more about getting around Auckland, moving to the city for work, banking and financial matters, setting up a mobile and Internet connection, healthcare in Auckland, or the local education system, see the extensive guide on the right-hand side of the page.