I am a NZ citizen but have spent most of my life in the UK I intend to return to North Island NZ once my house is sold. My husband is about to retire early I will probably work part time but and this is the thing, I am originally from Carterton which is gorgeous but too quite for my 19 year old son plus I have to consider him being able to find work etc. I need North Island suggestions for areas to consider where the lifestyle will be nice ie countryside or coast and there is enough life so that my son can find work and friends etc. We all lead very active lifestyles we like the gym and running outside etc. Also anyone out there who has done this already and has any tips for finding our feet in NZ??? We have a great social network here and I know I am going to have to work hard to establish another one. Any advice gratefully received.
