Kiwis And Hobbits

Forget Australia.

You want to work in the land of the kiwis and the home of the Hobbits.

New Zealand wants you, Irish construction worker.

Ireland doesn't want you, in case you haven't noticed. There's essentially no work to be had in any corner of the land these days. When a major builder goes into receivership, you know it's time for you to pack up your bags and head to Christchurch.

The city was devastated by an earthquake and rebuilding will require far more workers than currently reside on the tiny island. This is your chance for a fresh start.

You saw the scenery in the Lord of the Rings films, didn't you? How would you like to be seeing it for real, every day for the rest of your life?

The Building Industry Federation is all in favor of importing Irish workers, and why wouldn't they be? A tremendous number of homes and buildings are in urgent need of immediate repair to make them liveable. Plans are in the works to rebuild Christchurch, to make it more green and sustainable and all that, and the project goes nowhere without skilled labor to make it happen.

Besides, you speak English, and don't think the contractors aren't biased towards those who are easily communicated with.

There's no work in Ireland. How about New Zealand (don't mind the ground shaking beneath your feet).