Dunedin works better
Ōtepoti-Dunedin is fast becoming a hub for entrepreneurs, cutting edge companies and innovative startups. Exciting things are happening in the fields of technology, health, game development, manufacturing, engineering, and design. We are looking to attract the next generation of talent in these areas and beyond.
The Cost of NOT living Crisis
Life’s too short to be stuck in traffic, spending more time commuting than with the family and paying through the nose for the privilege.
In Dunedin you’ll have the time to get that dog out for walkies (twice a day even), to get home in time to play with the kids before dinner and some left over to dust off that unused surfboard and head to the beach. As they say work to live, don’t live to work. Do you have time to waste?
How much are you paying to not live your best life? In Dunedin you’ll find it costs you less in more ways than one.
Dunedin's stunning natural beauty, amazing food scene, and outdoor activities offer a perfect work-life balance. Dunedin is one of the world’s great small cities and regarded as one of New Zealand’s most liveable. But don’t just take our word for it. Find out why others have chosen to live in Ōtepoti-Dunedin.
Angela Edwards
When health tech entrepreneur Angela Edwards moved to Ōtepoti-Dunedin after 14 years in London, she expected stunning nature and a relaxed pace of life, she got that and then some.
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Khrys Samsonova
After moving to Dunedin to study at the University of Otago, Khrys Samsonova went on to join the Emmy Award-winning team at Virtual Eye.
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Kale Panoho
Entrepreneur Kale Panoho (Ngāpuhi) helped co-found two start-up businesses and turn them into seven-figure companies. For him, Dunedin's compactness and easy access are part of the city's appeal and contributes to his success.
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Tai Tua'i
Architectural Consultant Tai Tua'i has worked his way from student to professional and now adds family man and business co-owner to his list of achievements. He explains why the Dunedin lifestyle works for his family and his firm.
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Vee Pendergrast
After leaving Perth, NZ CODE Industry Development Manager Vee Pendergrast moved to Dunedin to help grow the game development ecosystem in the city. The choice to move made easier thanks to the city's creative and accepting culture that feeds the industry, and the convenience of the Ōtepoti lifestyle.
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Yvette Shum
After working a successful career in VFX and post production in cities like London, Singapore and Shanghai, Yvette Shum decided to return home and raise her family in the city where she grew up, Dunedin.
Watch videoDunedin’s art, culture, sporting, and recreational treasures provide remarkable spaces, experiences, and events to stimulate all ages and tastes. Dunedin is a confident commercial centre with a global focus that boasts particular strengths in education, health, design and technology, as well as food and natural products.
Business
Dunedin’s vision is to be one of the world’s great small cities. Learn about our innovators who are growing internationally competitive industries and clusters and how you can get involved.
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Learn
Dunedin is known for the excellent calibre of its schools and higher education institutions, including the University of Otago and the Otago Polytechnic.
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Explore
Discover an intriguing mix of vibrant urban culture, wildly beautiful places and exceptional local cuisine. From castles and pyramids to wildlife, beaches, street art and exceptional food. You'll find it all here.
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For Families
Dunedin is a treasure trove of family fun! From big stars to hidden gems, a day in Dunedin will be an absolute adventure for your family, no matter what budget you are on.
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Move
Dunedin is a city full of character and charm with a welcoming local community that are quick to embrace new residents and show them the ropes. You’ll soon settle in and realise just how good life can be when you have time and space to enjoy it.
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Jobs
The wider Dunedin job market is in growth mode with hundreds of vacancies across a number of sectors from professional services, education and healthcare through to construction, engineering, tech and everything in between.
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A 15-minute city
Average travel time by car from suburbs to city.
City of Literature
A globally recognised UNESCO creative city.
Wildlife Capital
Aotearoa’s Wildlife Capital thanks to Dunedin’s biodiversity.
Seasonal City
Dunedin enjoys four distinct seasons, each turning the city into stunning and varied backdrops.
The Good Life
NZ City with highest quality of life (87%). With 85% saying Dunedin was a great place to live.
Hub for Game Development
The home base for the New Zealand Centre of Digital Excellence and a world-first game dev ecosystem.