Newcomer Success Stories

Settling into a new country is not always easy. The biggest challenge can be to know where to find all the information you need to settle well. A Settlement Support Coordinator can connect you and your family with local information and services to help you settle successfully in Palmerston North and the surrounding area.

Got A few Questions? These answer might help...

Q: What information do you provide?
A: Employment education, kiwi English, workshops, health, resources and much more. Click here to view our service page.

Q: Does it cost me anything?
A: No. This is a free and confidential service.

Q: Can I use this before I arrive in New Zealand?
A: Yes. Research before you arrive is a key factor to your success. Click here to download a our guide.

Q: Can English speaking migrants use this service.
A: English speaking migrants and welcome and encouraged to use our service.

Q: Is there information for Service Providers on this site?
A: Yes. Click here to see our Useful links Directory.

Here is what other people have to say....

Axel de Maupeou moved to New Zealand from France in 2006 with his wife (a Skilled Migrant) and their three children. All the family members spoke English, but they still found that there were many differences between life in New Zealand and France.

Through Settlement Support, the family received support and resources that helped them adjust to life in Palmerston North – from support and information on buying their house, to help finding employment for Axel, and more.

Axel now works as facilitator for the Migrant into Work Project here in Palmerston North, where he helps newcomers to New Zealand connect with employment opportunities.

“Settling in New Zealand wasn’t easy,” says Axel. “I had to know about local habits, the kiwi accent, and step down to get a first NZ work experience. Now I am working in a great place and I am willing to help people to go through this passing phase as smoothly as possible.”

Axel de Maupeou
Migrant from France