THE ROYAL WEDDING FEVER

The whole world is bustling with anticipation for the much awaited  wedding of the century. Tomorrow Friday,  April 29, 2011,  will be the royal wedding of  Prince William and Miss Kate Middleton at   the Westminster Abbey in London.  I am not an avid royal watcher but I am a fan, feels  like watching a Fairy Tale coming to flesh its crazy. If you were around this part of the world, the atmosphere is heated up with excitement.   It is like we’re sending somebody to the moon again  or watching a World Cup or maybe watching a matching bout of  Manny Pacquiao to Shane Mosley , how about it? By the way it will be on May 8, 2011 1:30 pm NZ time (adlib).

Much have been said on the royal wedding in fact, all the magazines, newspapers, and the  media are in hyper mood for the occasion,  been for months.  Well I am not writing the details but just some interesting bits for both.

On Prince William

Ø  Prince William’s full name is William Arthur Philip Louis – born on June 21, 1982 at St. Mary’s hospital in London.

Ø  Prince William had one sibling his brother Henry (called Harry) who was born in 1984.

Ø  He had a normal naughty streak as a boy,  flushed his father’s shoes into the toilet to fighting  a flower girl on his uncle Andrew’s wedding.

Ø  As a boy slipped away from security  staff at Balmoral Castle and was later on given an electronic tracking bracelet.

Ø  Was accidentally struck  in the head by a golf club, diagnosed with a depressed fracture of the skull and  underwent surgery.

Ø  An excellent athlete at school

Ø  On his 13^th birthday he was given a valet by his father

Ø  As a young adult William is 6’3 and left handed.

Ø  He is the future King William V

On Kate Middleton

Ø  Kate’s full name is Catherine Elizabeth Middleton – born on January 9,1982 in Reading,  England

Ø  Had two younger siblings a sister and a brother

Ø  They lived for a while in Jordan for two years where her father works

Not much is said about her but one thing is for sure,  our world will be filled by ohs and ahs on the wedding day seeing all the dignitaries, the  celebrities and other important personalities.  For a while let’s have a break from the wicked issues of the world and have a breather. Tomorrow will be a happy day  as hundreds of thousands  will line up on the streets of London to watch the royal couple, we all have goods wishes for them as a fairy tale with a happy ending, TO LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER!  

Have a wonderful and marvellous life!

    

Migrate NZ. Helpful infos part 2

I obtained my residency through the Skilled Migrant Category.  Criteria is somewhat similar to the present  Expression of interest (EOI).  It is also a points system and the passing mark is 25, I was 20, short of 5 points but that is acceptable. Under the previous law shortage of five points can be considered by issuing the applicant with a temporary 6 months work permit to find a job offer (5 points)  to complete the required passing mark of 25.  

Finally I have a work permit finding job is easy……you wish. I have exhausted the five months applying for jobs related to my qualifications and experience, a Executive Secretary and a Business graduate.    No one would  like to hire a new migrant to a front  line position without  a New Zealand experience.  But how can I have a NZ experience if they wouldn’t  hire me? it doesn’t make sense to me.  I engaged the services of an Immigration adviser who is totally clueless on what to do. With the reasoning that it is not their job to  to do job search for me.  They have done all the filing works  and all the communications to Immigration that’s just it end of the story.  I was desperate and angry with only one month left I am to go back home or will be on the run.  

 As always when you are at your wits’ end,  divine intervention enters.  Out of the blue I met an Immigration adviser who is doing a job search for a fee, 10% of your annual salary. I am ready to bite the trap but she casually asked why can’t I find work since my application is still under the previous law.  That my job offer need not be related to my qualifications. Bingo!  my Immigration adviser didn’t even know that.  The job that qualifies me then is a Check out Operator post (a cashier in a Supermarket).  And because I stood out among the young and inexperienced high school graduates with NZ experience, I soon become a supervisor and later promoted to be an Administrative Assistant of the company Director.

The whole hullabaloo can be avoided if and again I am equipped and ready.  As promised I will feed you with some helpful informations on the Skilled Migrant's initial requirements.  Now the system is in place and qualified Professionals can do it online or paper application.  Online applications are cheaper than using the printed form.  The paper EOI costs NZ$560 and the online version costs NZ$440.00. It pays to study and know all your options.

Initial requirements to get points

·         Physically healthy (medical is very strict) , good character (no police record) and fluent in oral and written English.

·         Minimum of two years work experience

·         Have Recognized qualification – they accept a variety of trade certificates, diplomas,bachelor’s degree and post graduate qualifications.

·         Age – should be 55 years or younger

·         Having a close family is an advantage, brother or sister

With everything in place things will be easy breezy.  New Zealand  is a lovely place, quiet and peaceful, clean and green. Anywhere in the world home is where your heart is.

Have a wonderful and marvelous life! Catch you later

THINKING OF MIGRATING TO NZ? HELPFUL INFOS

Migrating to NZ is a dream come true for me and my family. For me its heaven on earth simply because I was not accustomed to simple luxuries like driving your own car, steaks and roasts for dinner, carpeted homes overlooking scenic views, back home its a lot simpler. It's been home for ten years now and I tell you, unless your heart is ready and determined against all odds, consider carefully. This is not to dampen your spirit nor discourage you,  but migrating to any place overseas is always a leap of faith. You are about to let go of your hard earned savings to spend on your dream migration. Any mishap in your plans will result into a pile of debts for we are quick to borrow money thinking an approval of work permit for  residency is a sure guarantee of  big earnings. That is not always the case. Proper planning and right information are your keys to success. 

Filipinos are doing well in the Land of the White Clouds. The kiwis have good impression on our people, hardworking, reliable, honest and friendly. Speaking for myself, its awesome working with NZ professionals.  I never experienced any racism. The employers can discern true character and sense pure intentions. I have the privilege of working with good companies in the city and I love it for years till I was knocked down with the illness.   

Having said that, let me tell you what I went through before I get this far. My restless soul suddenly decided to follow my aunt and her family to New Zealand way back 2001. Confident because I have money to spend availing of the company's early retirement offer and being a newly wed, hopes are high. Reason being I can live with my aunt's family while testing the waters I will be alright. I passed the rigid screening without any hitch and off we go, without any concrete plans and valid informations at hand. First few months are exciting but reality bites when after nearly exhausting our visa period to stay and the cash is running low, nothing definite is happening.  Fast forward three years, we finally get our residency after God has intervened again, Alleluia! was I spared from  anguish, discouragement, humiliation and disappointments? I was not. I have paid the price of acting on impulse and being a bad child of God. But one thing is for sure, God disciplines but never ever leave you astray. In between gap, I have witnessed a lot of struggling migrants who was into a worse situation than mine and they have kids to mind. Others are victimized by unscrupulous immigration advisers and consultants who ripped off people with money, some went back home unable to handle the pressure, I feel bad everytime it happens,  it is their own risk  The immigration laws are tougher now but more considerate protecting the vulnerable migrants from exploitation.  

Speaking of right information. May I lead you to www.immigration.govt.nz.  This is the NZ immigration website with all the necessary information you will need, if you are contemplating to migrate. In there are the list of Licensed Immigration Advisers and their full details. Do not let go of  your hard earnings to someone who is posting as real but a bogus one, check from the website. Don't jump into the wagon unprepared, save yourselves from a big cry. Everything has to be legal and lawful. 

I am not an Immigration Adviser but I am willing to help anybody who might be needing information on the subject, no charge. I can ask around,  direct you to the proper authorities for inquiries since I live here. If you are capable of applying through the NZ website and have the proper understanding, you can save thousands of money. If you can't be bothered with the nitty gritty of applying, then an immigration consultant is good for you.  Post your questions and it would be my pleasure to answer based only on my experience. I will be honest if the matter is too technical but questions like the way of life and working experiences in the country, you are most welcome. I promise to post any immigration updates from NZ papers for your information. This is actually part of our bargain to heavens when we finally got our residency,  me and my husband.  For the wonderful people who helped us through we are giving back the favor . When you got yours continue the cycle, deal?  

I wish you wonderful and marvelous life!