IMMIGRATION POLICY UPDATE
April 9, 2024
Navigating the New Immigration Landscape:
Insights for the Dairy Sector
In the dynamic realm of immigration policies, recent changes announced by INZ (Immigration New Zealand) have left many in the dairy sector seeking clarity. As calls flood in, requesting insights into the implications of these adjustments, we here at The Region's Immigration ...
Confused about recent median wage changes in New Zealand?
March 22, 2024
Here's what you need to know:From 28 February 2024, the New Zealand median wage increased to $31.61.This increase does NOT apply to Accredited Employer Work Visas (AEWV) and AEWV-linked visas such as the Partner of a Worker work visa.Therefore, employees can be paid at $29.6...
Protect Yourself From Scammers
November 13, 2023
Scam phone calls claiming to be from Immigration New Zealand
We have received several reports from our candidates in recent weeks on receiving phone calls or text messages from fraudulent sources claiming to be calling from Immigration New Zealand.These callers tell the person that there has been a problem with their visa conditions o...
Calving phenomenon an experience of a lifetime for Jetlou Cezar
December 20, 2020
As most farms around New Zealand wind down after calving and AB we want to share this awesome story that took place this year.
When Jetlou Cezar came out from The Philippines to establish a career in New Zealand’s agriculture industry, he didn’t expect to wit...
Reunited at last: Antonio’s story
May 1, 2019
A kiss on the doorstep from his four-year-old daughter is the perfect way to end a working day on the farm for Palmerston North farm manager, Antonio Arcenal.
Frosty early mornings in Palmerston North are a long way from Antonio Arcenal’s homeland, but the Filipino farm ma...