About New Zealand

All on NZ: economy, tourism:

Population: 4.3 millions (march 2009)

GDP: NZ $ 178.9 Bill (2008)

Growth rate: 2.3 % (2008)

Inflation rate: 3.5 % (2006)

Unemployment rate: 4.2 %

Import: NZ $ 49.953 Bi (2008)

Export: NZ $ 41.968 Bill (2008)

Currency: 1 dollar NZ = £ 0.38 = 0, 53 US$ (march 2009)

Doing business in NZ

It is easy to start a business in New Zealand. Very few regulations stand in the way of a new venture, the market is free and open with a safe and steady environment. Corruption almost unheard off. The job market is flexible with a skilled and well educated workforce.

Eco tourism and leisure

The tourism industry in New Zealand has almost overtaken the dairy industry as first national income.  The number of visitors coming to NZ increases every year by roughly 10%. Fascinated by the unspoiled nature of Zealand, visitors from all over the world come to see this beautiful country, enjoy outdoor activities such as jet boating and bungee jumping (both sports were invented here) hunting, fishing and shooting are also very popular. Skiing is a favourite in the mountain areas of the North and South Island, as well as tracking and climbing. The MILFORD TRACK is known world wide for its breathtaking views. It is an amazing three day walk from lake TE ANAU to MILFORD SOUND. Along the way you will see some of the most picturesque and majestic landscapes in the world.
Many New Zealanders change their profession on the weekend and become yacht captains. This country has hundrets of yacht-clubs and thousands of register yachts. NZ also has the highest density of golf courses in relation to the number of people. More than 400 courses invite the golfers from all over the world. Rugby is New Zealands most popular sport. If the “All Blacks” the national team have a game, NZ stands completely behind them. 550 Rugby clubs and 150 000 registered rugby players speak for themselves. The women’s Team, the “Black Fern” is currently world champion.