Bay Of Plenty

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Come and live where New Zealanders most want to live - the sunny Bay of Plenty.  One of New Zealand’s most popular holiday destinations and a thriving port city is Tauranga. The city is leading the country for economic growth, meaning there are plenty of career and business opportunities for people considering moving to New Zealand. 

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One of the largest drivers of business relocations and job creation is proximity to the Port of Tauranga – the largest export port in New Zealand and among the 10 most efficient ports in the world.  The port has a $350 million capital development programme underway which includes deepening the harbour to allow the next generation of container ships to be accommodated.

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The quality of NZ’s education system is world renowned.  With Tauranga one of the most sought after places to live, the city attracts teachers of a very high calibre and has excellent educational facilities.  There are many choices when it comes to how primary and secondary school education is delivered, ranging from state funded co-educational schools and single sex schools, as well as private education providers. 

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Bay of Plenty was the country’s fastest growing regional economy in the year to March 2015 and topped the list in terms of job growth from 2013 to 2014, at a massive 13 per cent. It offers plenty of space, world class surfing beaches, bush clad mountains, affordable housing and great facilities. It is well known for festivals and events, and the sunny climate means these activities can be enjoyed all year round.

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Bay Of Plenty is also a region popular for tourism, with excellent beaches, Maori culture and geological marvels. The area includes Rotorua’s famous bubbling mud pools and the 30m-tall Pohutu Geyser as well as a living Maori village and the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, with traditional wood carving and weaving schools.

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Over the last few years the Bay of Plenty economy has undergone a significant transformation, with an increase in businesses moving to the area, a rise in new start-up companies and strong job growth, resulting in the diversification of key employment sectors.  It is increasingly becoming a hub for entrepreneurs and innovative companies, underpinned by investment in research and development.

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