Understanding New Zealand
This course is your introduction to New Zealand — a friendly, beautiful country that often hires Filipino workers.
Understanding New Zealand
This course is your introduction to New Zealand — a friendly, beautiful country that often hires Filipino workers.
What you will learn
- The main cities: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch.
- Climate — mild temperatures, four distinct seasons, and frequent rainfall (especially in the North Island and West Coast).
- The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) and how it compares to the AUD and PHP.
- Healthcare — publicly funded healthcare is available at low or no cost for most workers on long-term work visas (e.g., the Accredited Employer Work Visa).
- Māori culture and the meaning of common words like kia ora (hello).
- The Filipino community in New Zealand.
Course format
- Short reels.
- A short quiz at the end.
- Takes about 20–25 minutes.
How to take it
- Open the Courses page.
- Tap Understanding New Zealand.
- Watch the reels.
- Take the quiz.
Points and badges
- Earns OES points.
- Counts toward the Country Expert badge.
Helpful things to know
- New Zealand is smaller than Australia — only two main islands.
- New Zealand consistently ranks among the safest countries in the world, and locals are known for being welcoming.
- It can rain a lot, especially on the West Coast — bring waterproof jackets.
- The work culture is similar to Australia: punctual, polite, direct.
Tip: Many trade and healthcare roles in New Zealand offer competitive pay and a clear pathway to permanent residency. To explore NZ-specific opportunities, reach out to your Cirrus contact or visit the Jobs section of the app.