October 29, 2025 0 There have been more than 300 applications for the Active Investor Plus residency visa. The “golden” visa allows foreign investors residency if they own a home worth $5 million or more, effecting just one percent of the market. “So far this is potentially a $1.8 billion boost to the economy,” says Ryan Geddes, New Zealand MD for real estate giant Savills, which is beefing up its Australasian operations in anticipation.
October 29, 2025 0 New Zealand office employees consider benefits an important part of their remuneration package. More than three-quarters of them are planning to negotiate for enhanced offerings according to a survey by specialised recruiter Robert Half. An agreed bonus coupled with remote working options and flexible working arrangements top the list. Workers in finance, accounting, IT and technology worked for SME, large private sector and publicly-listed companies plus public sector organisations.