There are “hidden costs” in moving to Australia, is the warning to the record number of New Zealanders making the leap across the ditch in search of better pay and opportunities. “Stop romanticising Australia”, Sydney based Kiwi comedian Jake Howie says to those who believe the promised land solves all financial woes. Even though his initial salary was 40% higher than he’d earned in New Zealand, he wished he’d come with a better plan. Everyone is budgeting more and there is less splashing out.”Despite this, he says New Zealand prices are still higher. Brisbane’s Murray Cambie said health costs are “definitely higher” in Australia.
