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Accommodation and transport in Christchurch

Jgamba
#1
I secured employment in Christchurch from 3 August 2015.

My wife and I need accommodation for about 6 - 9 months.  What is the best way to source and secure a rental apartment/ house (preferably furnished)? 

How easy is it to do everything from South Africa before I leave?

Also, is it reasonably easy to find a 'not too expensive' car to get around in immediately?

We have been to Christchurch and love it there.

I will appreciate any assistance. 

Regards

John
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kenjee
#2
Hello John! :)

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Wish you luck in your new life :top:

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Jgamba
#3
Thank you Kenjee. Appreciate it. J
kimilena
#4
Trademe is a good place to find rental accommodation http://www.trademe.co.nz/
Good luck
Rammy87
#5
I think Trademe can't be set-up from outside New Zealand and Australia, you would require a local landline and mobile no... have a look in trademe in the description as some posters provide their e-mail ids.

Another site to look at is nzflatmates.co.nz / easy room mate.

Thanks,

Ram
prettywitty
#6
Also look at www.realestate.co.nz. They usually have rental listings
melenisia
#7
Hi John, my husband also just secured a job we're also from SA and we're also in the same boat. Would you like to give me a personal email and maybe we can liaise.

Regards, Mel

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