A quality lifestyle means different things to different people. Often finding the time to even stop and prioritise what you want from your life can be difficult.
Not in Southland.
The best thing about the abundant business and employment opportunities is their proximity to some of the most breathtaking scenery and visitor attractions in the world. Creating the life you and your family want here is a simple matter of choice. Whether you enjoy skiing, fishing, golf, walking, water sports or spending time on wide sandy beaches, Southland offers something for everyone. And what’s more, the cost of living in the province is one of the lowest in New Zealand.
This is a province founded on family and is made for children. Relaxed and uncrowded, it has a top-notch infrastructure, with quality access to health, education, community and social services, as well as recreational and cultural facilities. A strong community and vibrant sporting culture make “having a go” part of everyday life. Great schooling and access to innovative tertiary education, as well as one of New Zealand’s lowest crime rates, makes for an excellent environment to spend time as a family.
A new 177-bed public hospital offers a full range of health services, including surgical, neo-natal and intensive care. This is supported by a 28-bed private hospital.
Southland also has the highest disposable income nationally. The average home here costs $103,000 and the average weekly wage is $539 – at the other end of the country a similar home costs $295,000 and the average wage is $588 per week. Work it out.
