Wednesday, 11 September 2013

Glitch computer means more Silver Fern Job Search visas issued than quota

http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominion-post/news/politics/9132258/Immigration-bungle-blamed-on-computers

An interesting article about 420 Silver Fern Job Search visas being issued being 120 more than the quota of 300 intended.

While the article notes that the Immigration New Zealand systems are now coming under fire, what is of interest to me is the continued high demand for New Zealand work visas.

This bodes well for potential migrants as well as the NZ economy as it indicates NZ is still a desirable migrant destination but also hopefully that there must be some level of buoyancy to sustain those who arrive in search of work. Certainly most young people I know are employed presently and anecdotally at least there seems to be jobs available for those who want gainful employment.

While many of these jobs, and certainly this particular class of work visa, may be more short term in nature and not necessarily provide long term career options, it still is pleasing that work is available, given the global picture we all find ourselves in. These opportunities also allow potential migrants eyeing long term opportunities a chance to live and work in New Zealand and assess their options while weighing up whether New Zealand meets their expectations.


  

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