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Information for your first few days

There are many things that’ll be different for you when you first arrive in New Zealand. So to help you settle in, we’ve included a few hints on some important topics.

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  • Emergency numbers

  • Food and wine

  • Goods and Services Tax

  • Tipping and service charges

  • Internet cafes

  • Night life in New Zealand

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  • Public telephones

  • Shopping

  • What to buy

  • Accident Compensation Scheme

  • Smoking

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