Moving to Wellington
Are you planning to move to Wellington or considering international removals to anywhere else in New Zealand? We are intercontinental removal experts helping our customers to move and settle in some of the most exciting, appealing and unique cities around the world. Our top priorities are to take the greatest care of your possessions, your wellbeing and eliminate the associated stresses involved with moving, all whilst offering an efficient service. We care that your move fills you with excitement, not dread and that you have faith in us to meet and exceed your standards. We have specialised in international removals to New Zealand for over 50 years and trained our team using our host of experience to ensure your move runs as smoothly as possible.
Our team are exceptionally well trained, kind and very experienced movers that you can rely on to get the job done in a timely, polite and highly efficient manner. However, if you have a specific request or would just like to know more about our services please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
About Wellington
Wellington is the cultural heart of New Zealand, home to dozens of galleries and museums, both the National Symphony Orchestra and Ballet and the centre of New Zealand’s now booming film and theatre industry. Wellington also boasts extraordinary natural beauty, located between the stunning harbour and picture perfect green hills. The climate is mild with temperatures typically ranging between 11°C in the Winter and 20°C in the Summer, ideal for enjoying the outdoors all year round. Cost of living is lower than Auckland and many Australian Cities yet salaries are, on average, the highest in New Zealand, so moving to Wellington could also make great financial sense for potential Expats. With culture, beauty and great opportunities, Wellington really is the little capital that could.
Areas to Live in Wellington
As part of our international removals to New Zealand service, we like to look after our customers from start to finish, including acquainting you with your new home city. Below are a few areas to consider when moving to Wellington.
Petone
Located in the Lower Hutt area north of Wellington City, Petone is perfect for those looking for a seafront location away from the city. It has a large, pristine beach with kayaking, hiking, shopping and golfing right on the doorstep, a great choice for a busy, active family moving to Wellington.
Seatoun
East of the city on the gorgeous Miramar Penninsula, the coastal suburb of Seatoun is a desirable, picturesque area with great views over Wellington Harbour. Dundas Street, in the centre of the suburb, is home to boutiques, bookshops, cafes and restaurants and there’s even a small nearby beach.
Roseneath
Less than 10 minutes east of the city centre, Roseneath still maintains a laid back, village feel and boasts stunning sea views. There is also an excellent school and the golden sands of Oriental Bay are just a stone’s throw away, perfect for a weekend picnic and dip.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn is the quintessential Wellington hillside suburb, bursting with local history and just 10 minutes from the city or the sea. It is separated from the city by the spacious Central Park and home to the quirky Penthouse Cinema and its very own wind turbine on Pol Hill.
Transport and Getting Around in Wellington
While most still chose to travel by car, Wellington has several first-rate public transport options. There are regular, reliable bus and train services around the city and out to Porirua and Upper and Lower Hutt. Further afield, the Northern Explorer rail line links Wellington with Auckland with spectacular views along the way. Wellington is home to the only guided electric bus network in Oceania, known as Trolleybuses. There are also ferries linking the city with the suburbs of Eastbourne, Petone and Seatoun and even Picton on the South Island.
Leisure Activities and Things to Do in Wellington
There are dozens of great days out around Wellington to keep even the most restless family busy. Take the cable car up into the hills and visit the Botanic Gardens for a picnic and a stroll in beautiful surroundings. There are plenty of fantastic walks, the Makara Peak Track and City to Sea Walkway out to Island Bay are both well worth getting your hiking boots out for. This cultural city also has an abundance of galleries and museums including the fascinating Museum of Wellington City and Sea and the national museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongarewa which is packed with fantastic interactive exhibits to keep the kids occupied. If you fancy a wilder day out, visit the exotic creatures at Wellington Zoo or head to Zealandia Karori Wildlife Sanctuary to see some adorable wildlife and admirable conservation work. For nightlife, Wellington punches well above its weight with a host of excellent restaurants, bars and music venues concentrated around the bustling Cuba Street and Courtenay Place.
Interesting Facts about Wellington
- Wellington is the most Southerly capital city in World.
- Due to its location in the ‘Roaring Forties’, Wellington is known for its strong breezes giving it the nickname ‘Windy Wellington’.
- Built in 1876, the Old Government Building is the largest wooden building in the Southern Hemisphere and is still used today as part of the Law Faculty of Victoria University.
- Maori legend has it that the North Island was created when a giant fish was pulled to the surface by a navigator called Maui. The fish became the North Island, giving Wellington its earliest name ‘the head of Maui’s fish’ or ‘Te Upoko o te Ika a Maui’ in Maori.
