I'm living in NZ temporarily (a few years) with wife and kids, and I would agree on most parts. Housing, energy/petrol, and groceries can get expensive especially when things are out of season. Medical staff pay is low and it can be the same sucky job sometimes, but it's in a beautiful country with a better work/life balance. We've found it's quite family friendly with parks, playgrounds and walking tracks - and we don't get dirty looks if bringing kids to a nicer restaurant. Also it's easy to do a day trip to some beach or go for a walk.

We live in an Auckland suburb, but the city has some cool venues that bring in NZ and international bands. As a metal guy, I feel likes there's always something to go to.

The Bobby Newport Strategy

Not sure if I finished the series, but remember Sonmanto ruining shit.