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AUCKLAND: paid city work and orientation tour Fact Sheet

Fact Sheet

Summary

A 7 night, 8 day induction programme plus job-finding assistance in New Zealand

Project location

The induction programme is based in Auckland. You can find work anywhere in New Zealand

Length of project

7 days (plus any subsequent work in NZ).

Group/individual basis

You will travel as an individual, but join a group of others from around the world.

Support

Help and advice from our UK office throughout. Local support from staff in Australia for up to 12 months.

Pre-departure information

You will receive thorough information on your My Oyster account covering project expectations, preparation, health and safety, responsible travel and arrival arrangements at least 4 weeks before departure.

Includes

  • Interview and ongoing advice before departure
  • Advice on flights, visas and pre-departure recommendations
  • Access to a 24 hour emergency hotline
  • Tour Guide
  • Welcome Dinner + Drink
  • 6 nights accommodation
  • Guided City Tour
  • 3 Day Bay of Islands Adventure!
  • Swim or coastal walk on Urupukapuka Island
  • Visit Otehei Bay
  • Spot dolphins and other marine life on a Bay of Islands cruise
  • Visit the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island.
  • Group Bar Crawl
  • Relax at Paihia Beaches
  • Day trip to Devonport
  • 12 month membership to Job searching in New Zealand
  • In depth orientation from a local representative covering everything you need to know when living, working and traveling in New Zealand
  • One on one CV building and jobs consultation
  • Assistance opening a Bank Account
  • Assistance setting up your new free sim card
  • Medicare (eligible countries) application
  • IRD Number set up assistance
  • Help with superannuation refund
  • Ongoing Support from the Crew
  • 4 Nights Hostel shared accommodation at a centrally located social backpacker hostel in Auckland
  • 2 Nights Accommodation in Bay of Islands

Not included

  • Flights
  • Visa
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Most meals are not provided
  • Any home country transport (eg. taxis and buses)
  • Living expenses following the programme including a bond (deposit) which is required if you would like to rent an apartment. Not required if you chose to stay in the hostel

Accommodation

Pre-arranged hostel accommodation for the first 7 nights. Expect to share a room.

Medical

Up-to-date tetanus is required. UK citizens and some other nationalities are eligible to use the free Medicare health service

You can get useful medical advice relating to your destination on the ‘Fit For Travel’ website – http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/

You must inform Oyster of any pre-existing physical or mental health conditions. Oyster staff may ask for you to provide a letter from your doctor before continuing with your booking

Insurance

You must take out a full travel insurance policy as soon as you can before departure. This must cover you for personal accident, medical, cancellation, lost luggage etc. We strongly recommend that you organise your travel insurance upon booking your place

Any risk factors

You will be living in a busy cosmopolitan city so associated risks may be present. Adequate sun protection is important when spending long periods of time outside. Transport in New Zealand is safe and reliable. Crime levels are relatively low, but you may be targeted for petty theft when travelling as a tourist

Downtime

Unlike some of our other programmes, you will be living and working independently of Oyster.  This means that once you complete the induction week we cannot be responsible for your day-to-day safety. We and our partners will always be on hand to support you for up to 12 months

Accessibility

Participants need to be physically fit to get the most out of the induction week as three are a lot of walking excursions.

Financial Security

When you book with Oyster you can rest assured that your money will be protected and you will not be stranded abroad in the very unlikely event that our company becomes insolvent.  If your booking includes a flight arranged by us, your whole trip will be subject to ATOL protection.  If we have not booked your flight then your trip will be just as safe, since it will be insured through International Passenger Protection Ltd