Living in Auckland you’ll enjoy a world-class quality of life with unparalleled lifestyle opportunities. Here we have and a strong connection to nature and place – you’ll feel inspired, enriched and at one with the earth.
Auckland is #9 in the World’s Most Liveable Cities list, 3rd on Human Development Index, 3rd in the world in Mercer's 2023 Quality of Living index and 7th on the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Better Life Index.
Live in paradise in an urban oasis with more than 3700km of coastline, hundreds of beaches and 28 stunning regional parks. You can enjoy incredible outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming or surfing on the doorstep of the city centre.
We have a strong connection to nature, a highly engaged, active sustainability-focused culture and are driven by the Māori concept of kaitiakitanga - respect and protection of place.
Auckland is safe, friendly and easy to get around, including free hospital visits, plus free primary and secondary schooling*.
Nine out of 10 migrants say the welcome they receive here meets or exceeds their expectations.
*For information on healthcare and schooling, please go to Immigration New Zealand