Mt Hart, Milford. The New Zealand dollar is a stable currency. Tourists and new residents find a very favourable exchange rate which gives them high purchasing power. All major credit cards can be used in New Zealand and travellers' cheques are accepted at hotels, banks and some stores. Religion New Zealand is a secular society generally based on Christian beliefs, but there is a wide variety of religions practised among its population.
Freedom of worship is guaranteed by law in New Zealand.
Transport Most visitors arrive in New Zealand at either Auckland or Christchurch International Airports. There are regular direct flights to Dunedin from both airports. Students arriving in Dunedin for the first time will be met at the airport by University staff. There are air, rail and bus services to other towns and cities and an inter-island ferry operates between the North and South Islands. For further information check out these web sites.