Williams Wanted Down Under

Hello and welcome to Wanted Down Under.

The show that catapults a British family right across the other side

of the world to help them make the biggest decision of their life.

Dave and Annabel Williams long for the great outdoors of New Zealand.

We always go on holiday... "I'd love to retire here, I'd love to do this,

"come and live here."

We've got, potentially, the opportunity to do that.

They think it would offer their children, Stephanie and Jake, a promising future.

But daughter Stephanie isn't sure she can leave her boyfriend behind.

Well, I don't know. I can't just miraculously make a decision, can I?

It's obviously a lot easier for you lot than it is than me.

Will Stephanie's dilemma hold the family back,

or will they end up going where they're Wanted Down Under?

In the current economic downturn, a new life in New Zealand has a strong appeal.

Last year, over 18,000 Brits grabbed the chance to transfer their skills,

but had they thought through their decision to emigrate?

We've given another 20 British families the chance of a lifetime -

a week down under. After that, they'll have to vote one way or the other.

Will they stay in the UK, or will they move to New Zealand?

The Williams family from Scunthorpe live life to the full.

They love to be outdoors and spend all their spare time kite surfing.

Having worked hard to raise their children, energetic

parents Annabel and Dave dream of starting again in New Zealand.

We could just bumble along here, which would be fine and that, or we could have 20 years

of being really active, or 30 years being active, in paradise.

Dave works as a fuel tank driver and Annabel is an occupational

therapist and the main visa applicant seeking work down under.

I work with children of all ages and my aim, really, is to improve their coordination of movement.

I always feel very lucky to enjoy the job that I do

and want to go to work every day.

Mum and Dad think a move to New Zealand would benefit the whole family.

One of the main reasons is to move for the kids, really,

cos we think they'll have a lot better chance of making more of

a life for themselves, cos I think over here it's got to the point now where you need qualifications

for the most mundane jobs now.

The Williams took a brief trip to New Zealand in 2007.

14-year-old Jake really liked what he saw.

It was a lot better than what I expected it to be.

Amazing landscapes and really nice towns, places like that.

Beaches were really, really good.

But, following a family argument, 16-year-old Stephanie didn't go and she has major doubts about her move.

It's going to change what happens for the rest of my life.

So I think that's why it's so hard and because I haven't yet been out

there and I don't know what the place is like. It's that sort of fear of the unknown.

And there's one important reason why she wants to stay at home.

My boyfriend Dan's just different to anyone else I've ever been out with.

Thinking about moving to New Zealand, I'm thinking, well, what if I miss out

on what I could have with him.

You can't just make a decision to keep other people happy because it changes your life.

Inevitably, her dilemma puts Mum and Dad in a difficult position.

The worst situation, I think, would be if Stephanie didn't go and then

having to, I think, make that decision as a mum and say, "Am I happy to leave?"

With so much at stake, there are difficult choices ahead for the family.

To help them decide if New Zealand is the right

place for their future together and Annabel's career, we offered them a life-changing opportunity -

a trip to Auckland on the North Island.

We have three different lifestyles for the family to sample.

One in the country, one in the city and one on the coast,

each with an offer of a job and a brand-new way of life for them to enjoy on their budget.

First, let's take a look at the country lifestyle.

The family can experience the great outdoors in the

Auckland countryside, from charming wildlife to breaktaking scenery.

There's space to be found outdoors and in,

with family homes ranging from £160,000 to over £300,000,

for something more upmarket.

For a starting salary of £20,000 a year, you could take an

occupational therapy job in the brand-new unit at Waitakere Hospital.

Fellow Brit Jo Groundshill is a team leader here.

So, Annabel, this is the gym.

This is where the OTs work, alongside the physios.

We also have speech therapists and social workers in our team and four therapy assistants.

Here's some of the allied health team and we look forward to meeting you when you come down under.

So that's the kind of lifestyle they can enjoy in the country.

Let's see what's possible in the city on their budget.

Auckland's sea-port location makes it an ideal spot for

water lovers who want to stay within easy reach of central amenities.

On the market for £275,000, this spacious four-bedroom home in

the city suburb of Birkenhead has plenty of room for outdoor living.

A community-based

senior occupational therapist role is on offer, with a salary of up to £25,000.

Anna Findley tells us more.

We take rehab to our patients.

We visit them in their workplaces, their schools and their homes.

As a community occupational therapist,

we get to get out and about a lot and we get to see loads of the city.

Annabel, I know you really would love working with us here, so I hope you pick us. See ya.

It looks like their life could shape up pretty well in the city, but what about a new life on the coast?

In Auckland, you're never far from a stretch of stunning coastline and

when it comes to the beaches, you'll be spoilt for choice.

For a three-bedroom family home in one of Auckland's coastal regions,

prices start at around £175,000.

But bayside homes with fantastic

sea views can be found,

with this three-bedroom house marketing for £260,000.

At this beautifully situated treatment centre,

you could be an occupational therapist caring for children.

Here, Lyndsey Rendall is keen to meet you.

This is the national centre for children coming from

all over New Zealand for rehabilitation.

On a salary of around £25,000, you'll work as part of a small team of therapists.

This is a wonderful sight and we're privileged to be here,

but the best part about it is our staff and we'd be very happy for you to come and join us.

There are three options in the Auckland area for the Williams.

In the country, a great outdoor lifestyle

and a job at Waitakere Hospital awaits Annabel and the family.

In the city, Auckland's amenities

and a community occupational therapist role are on offer.

Or on the coast, kitesurfing opportunities

and a job with Lyndsey Rendall are up for grabs.

So three very different possibilities for our family to try.

So which one did we decide would suit them best?

As they love to be on the water, it's no surprise that the Williams

tried out the coast option for their trial week down under.

But would Auckland turn out to be a positive experience for all the family?

It's a relief to be in the arrivals hall at the end of a 22-hour flight.

Long journey, but OK.

-We've survived.

-And Annabel is elated that daughter Stephanie's giving New Zealand a try.

For me on the way over it's just been a really nice feeling

to be able to know that Stephanie's going to see and experience what we saw when we came last time.

And hopefully, she's going to be able to sort of sell herself on coming over to New Zealand.

I think at the end of the week she'll be sold on it.

The pressure is on Stephanie and though she's miles from boyfriend

Dan she's trying to keep an open mind.

I want to like it.

I've a feeling it'll be the 11th hour before we know.

Mum and Dad feel certain that Auckland will win the family over,

but are they getting ahead of themselves?

Wish us luck. It's going to be a very interesting week, this week.

The Auckland region is one of 16 in New Zealand and its city is the largest in the country.

It's the most prosperous and heavily populated area with well over a million inhabitants.

For their week, the family are staying in a three-bedroom

rental property in Browns Bay, an east coast suburb of the city.

Wow. Gorgeous.

Really really gorgeous spot.

-That's lovely, that.

-Look at the view.

-Oh, wow.

-Wow.

Their home in Scunthorpe is on the banks of the Humber estuary.

In Auckland, living by the water is a slightly different experience

and is one they're very happy to discover.

I highly doubt we'd get a view anywhere in the UK like this.

This is a brilliant view, isn't it?

-A bit of a contrast to home.

-A lot different.

Upstairs, there's a spacious viewing area with a telescope.

Oh, my word.

Even more incredible than downstairs.

Bedroom one is next door and Annabel's quick to make a reservation.

This has got to be my spot...

cos I need to be able to look out of that window in the morning.

That room through there is mine, then.

And there are two more bedrooms for Jake and Stephanie, which go down well.

So this is my room. Double bed.

Yep. That's all that matters.

Well, it sounds like Steph's imagining a new life here and for

Annabel and Dave, the rental property is a dream come true.

Just the thought of being able to get back from work, spot Dave down there

out kitesurfing and say right, that's it, I'm going to get down there myself,

would be absolutely wonderful.

And it's a fantastic first taste of New Zealand property.

I just can't wait to go and have a look at the houses and just see what's out there for us.

Looks like the family have already found their dream home.

It could be a tough act to follow.

In the UK, the Williams live in a four-bedroom bungalow in a village near Scunthorpe.

If they decide to sell up and make the move to New Zealand,

they hope to have around £190,000 to spend.

Their dream home in Auckland would be a four-bedroom

house with a double garage and a big garden with a view of the water.

Annabel and Dave don't want to do any DIY as they'd rather be

kitesurfing, so a finished property would be preferable.

We found three homes to give the family an idea of what they

could afford if they made the big decision to emigrate.

Property one is a three-bedroom weatherboard home in the east coast suburb of Torbay.

This property doesn't overlook the water,

but it's close to the beaches and is within budget

at 449,000 New Zealand dollars - around £180,000.

On arrival, they're straight into a living area where it all goes a bit quiet.

Their immediate reaction isn't encouraging.

-Small.

-Yeah. I think that's just my first impression.

The living area, a bit on the small side.

The deck's really nice, though.

Yeah. It'd just be good to see

-what's in the rest of the house, really.

-Yeah.

-Space.

With two teenagers to accommodate, lots of space is essential.

Is the master bedroom a bit more roomy?

Nice going on to the deck.

-Yeah. It is, actually. I say, it is a slightly smaller bedroom.

-Yeah.

Further along the central corridor are two bedrooms which could be

ideal for Jake or Steph, if she decides to make the big move.

The three of them are all basically the same.

The same size, so there's no sort of box room.

Steph isn't impressed.

It is quite small. It's not

what I expected.

-Doesn't give you a wow.

-No.

But the girls do find something they like in bedroom number three.

Oh!

No looking.

Nice.

And at the end of the corridor, there's a modern bathroom.

That's a good size. It's quite well proportioned, sort of looking at the bedrooms and bathroom.

As with everything else in this property, the kitchen is small yet perfectly formed.

And decorated in a modern style.

But Dave isn't sure it's quite right for them.

If anything, this would be an ideal first sort of home.

Underneath the property is a garage.

Down here, storage space isn't the problem. Just the lack of head room.

Hang up all your power tools.

-Yeah. Low ceiling.

-Low overhang.

So, after a good look round, what do the Williams family make of property number one?

You're paying for the location, so you're just looking at what you're willing to compromise.

It'd be a lot nicer to have something with a bit more room,

especially me and Jake'd end up arguing a lot more if we were living so close together.

I want my own space more and more now.

Well, they don't seem too impressed and space is obviously the major issue.

Let's hope the next property will make up their minds.

Property number two is a recently renovated three-bedroom home,

located on the Glengarry Ridge, in a suburb southwest of Auckland city.

It's not by the beach but it's under budget

at only 410,000 New Zealand dollars. Around £165,000.

Owners Robin and Grant have lived here for 32 years and they're ready to show the family around.

This is quite a big party deck.

This property has quite a bit of outdoor space, including a huge deck on the first floor.

It's actually got a double garage underneath. It's all concrete

-block and everything.

-Yep.

-It's very sturdy.

-Oh, wow.

-It's a huge bonus.

-Yeah.

-It's a nice big deck. Lovely.

Glass doors lead onto a typical living area.

Having the open-plan feel is really nice.

It's something that really does appeal.

-Bedroom one is spacious and bright.

-This is a wonderful sized room.

So you're quite high up here and you do have a view.

It's just a bit unfortunate today is the middle of winter, but in the summer it's a cracker.

-I can imagine.

-Really wonderful.

-Gorgeous.

The second bedroom's also a generous size.

It's a really nice space, isn't it, actually.

There's a big desk there, as well.

And double wardrobe in here.

-Oh, brilliant.

-Where he has his gear.

Yep.

And come on through to the bathroom and have a look in there.

We put a heated towel rail in here to spoil ourselves a bit these days.

The bathroom has recently been decorated and makes a good impression.

Funky sink.

-Funky sink.

-I like the sink.

-Yeah.

It's mains pressure here, too, of course, with the instant hot water.

-Yeah.

-That's really nice.

Really practical, as well.

The third bedroom is light, bright and plenty big enough for Steph or Jake.

They are all nice-sized rooms.

Finally, the garden feels positively huge in comparison to property number one.

To have something like this with mature trees like this.

Gorgeous, isn't it.

So, at the end of their tour, has property two been more of a success?

This is part of the lifestyle we're after, I think.

The outdoor living, the flow of the house outside onto a huge deck.

And it would work well for those space-seeking teenagers.

I think it's a nice house. I like it. I like this area outside.

-Yeah.

-In the summer you can throw some parties and stuff.

Can you just buy this house, please?

Well, Jake's keen and even Steph's sounding committed.

Looks like property number three has a lot to live up to.

I can't wait to see what there is next to pull out of the bag.

It's a big ask for the next house, I think.

Property three is a four-bedroom executive home in

a suburb southwest of Auckland city.

It's architect designed, with a very modern interior and is on the market for 500,000 New Zealand dollars,

just over the family's budget at £200,000.

Estate agent Aran's arrived to show the Williams around.

Wow.

I'm not quite sure if this is what you're used to back home.

-Modern.

-Yeah.

Very modern. Yeah.

The downstairs living area has a trendy minimalist decor and the girls like its style.

-Very nice.

-It's really nice.

This has got something to make it stand out.

-It has, hasn't it?

-Very nice.

Next door, the huge garage with electric doors makes a great impression on Dave.

Nice home for a boat.

Yeah, isn't it just.

The master bedroom is just along the ground floor corridor.

-This is a nice size, isn't it?

-Yeah.

-Yeah.

-Yeah.

There's a shower, as well.

It's good cos you've got your own level.

You're down here and they're up there and it's a bit of a space they can chill out on.

-Yeah.

-That's cool.

Yeah. That's really good.

Upstairs, there's a roomy landing and bedrooms for Steph and Jake.

Separate levels could work well for the family and keep the peace.

You could have a plasma on there, with a bit of a hinge.

And settee, or sofa, there.

-You could have a nice surround sound on the wall.

-Yeah. Yeah.

Mum and Dad love property two but Steph thinks this house is the one.

This property really appeals with it being new and no maintenance.

And the other one also appeals.

This appeals more to you.

-Yeah.

-Only because you and Dad are obviously wanting to go off and do your own thing and whatever.

-Yeah.

-And all you've got really to do is cut the grass out the front.

Steph's really taken with this property. A clever design feature

-in the bathroom is yet another box ticked.

-That's good. Yeah.

It's a good idea, that.

There's nothing worse than getting out the shower and being cold.

-I wouldn't be able to stand there too long.

-Get sunburnt.

-Yeah.

Good job this isn't Dad's floor, then.

So what did they make of property number three?

I think you're probably going to look for somewhere that meets sort of

halfway between this and the other one for location.

You need a bit more of the taste of New Zealand,

for myself, to feel that we've made a move to New Zealand.

The Williams family viewed three homes on the Auckland coast.

Property one was too small.

The second house worked well for parents and teenagers,

whilst the modern design of property three wowed Steph.

So how's their day property hunting left them feeling about New Zealand homes?

I was really quite disappointed with the first house.

Bit too small, really.

The second house was near enough perfect, really. It had a nice setting.

It's a change from the UK.

I think I prefer the third one to the second.

The third house was lovely, but a bit too clinical.

I think the second house was perfect.

They're divided over their favourite home, but will it affect their overall vote?

When it comes to property, do they prefer the UK or New Zealand?

One. Two. Three.

New Zealand.

-A result.

-Excellent.

The family are off to a great start and Steph has loved her first taste of Auckland life,

but is her heart really in it?

So the Williams family can see themselves living in the houses

on offer in Auckland, but will mum Annabel,

who's the main visa applicant, find the type of job she really wants and would it pay the bills?

At home in the UK, Annabel is an occupational therapist, on a salary of £25,000.

Most of her time is spent in schools,

where she works with children to improve their coordination.

She loves her current role and finding a job to match it in New Zealand will be tough.

Today, she's visiting a children's rehabilitation centre in Auckland to see how it compares.

Whilst Mum investigates work, Dave, Steph and Jake get their

strength up for a day exploring in nearby Devonport.

A change in work would be a big gamble for Annabel and she's worried about what lies ahead.

I am feeling a bit nervous, a bit apprehensive, cos at home,

the area that I work in is quite a small sort of specialist area.

And here, the client group is going to be quite different to the regular

group of children that I work with at home.

-Lyndsey Rendall runs the centre and she's waiting to say hello.

-Welcome.

-Nice to meet you. I'm Annabel.

-It's lovely to see you here at last. Come on in.

-Thank you.

The Wilson Centre is a rehabilitation unit for residential and outpatients up to the age of 16.

-Lyndsey takes Annabel to meet children she could be working with.

-This is Annabel.

-Hi, Annabel.

-Yeah. This is Aroha.

-Aroha.

I need to practise so I can pronounce your name properly.

Hello, Natalie. What's going on this morning?

The children who come here, come here with complex cases

following surgery or head injury and the caseload is as many

children as we have here at the time, which is about 17, is the maximum.

Of course, a huge amount of children come in here for outpatients, as well.

At home, Annabel manages a caseload of 67 children,

so the small and friendly feel here is welcome.

It's lovely. It's a really nice relaxed feel.

I think it's just the contrast to the UK knowing how many clients I've got on my caseload.

It's been a busy morning for Annabel and in a nearby cafe,

the rest of the family are preoccupied with how she's getting on.

I think your mum'll vote a definite yes...

all things considered.

-I hope she does.

-Yes, to what?

-New Zealand.

-New Zealand.

I hope she votes yes.

After a quick pitstop, the three of them set off

to climb Mount Victoria, a volcano on Auckland's north shore.

Steph's not really in the mood.

Is it all right?

Well, a headache's never OK.

They always hurt.

Pain is a sensation.

I know. Sensations must be enjoyed to the fullest. Yeah, whatever.

You take that route and I'll take that...

and we'll all run, see who gets to the top first.

But once Dad suggests a race to the top, Steph's competitive streak kicks in.

And despite her headache and the boys' headstart, she beats both of them to the halfway point.

No way.

They're rewarded with an incredible view.

This is just fantastic.

Dave's set his heart on Auckland and he's desperate for his children to share his dream.

When you look at this, you think...

I hope everybody makes the right decision, cos this is within our grasp, hopefully.

And to let it slip through, for whatever reason,

you wouldn't be able to live with yourself.

You'd always be saying what if.

But with boyfriend Dan on her mind, daughter Steph just doesn't know what to do.

I don't think I'd be able to leave Dan and then if I don't move, I'm going to miss people, as well.

You can't seem to win on that one.

But there's ups and downs to everything.

You've just got to try and choose what's best for you.

Steph's facing an impossible decision.

Meanwhile, back at work, Mum's weighing up her own future in Auckland.

This afternoon, she joins Aroha's session with therapist Ursula.

We thought we'd just have a look at how you're sitting in your

wheelchair and see if we can get you in a nice position. OK?

-Have you got your bottom right to the back of that chair?

-Yes.

-Yeah.

Think you have, haven't you, there.

-Well, done.

-That's it.

Looks good. It feels like it's just about right, cos your chair's right on the back of your legs.

Am I tickling nearly?

Can you feel that finger, there? Yeah.

So I think that chair feels comfortable there.

It's right underneath your legs.

With Aroha now sitting comfortably,

Annabel heads out to the garden to meet Lyndsey for a final chat.

She's a lovely little girl, Aroha.

-Yes. She's a character, isn't she?

-She is.

A big part of her decision rests on salary and she's keen to discuss figures.

Looking at pay, what would be sort of an expected starting salary?

Pay range goes from 40 to 60.

Someone of your experience would be at the senior end of that...

at the 60,000.

-Yeah. So that would work out to about £27,000.

-Yeah. About that.

-So that would be really quite a good figure to live on, I should expect, definitely.

-It is.

The pay is definitely comparable and there are lifestyle perks, too.

I can just see myself bringing all my kitegear to work and getting out

there to do a bit of kitesurfing at lunchtime. Would be wonderful.

Well, certainly, a lot of the staff go down in the summer, down the steps and swim at lunchtime.

-You'd fit in very well, here. You really would.

-That's lovely.

-And I know you'd enjoy it as well.

-Yeah.

Annabel's had a great day, testing out work under under.

Really nice to see how things work over here and how services are set up.

But, given how much she loves her job at home, will she vote UK or New Zealand for work?

Having made it to the top of Mount Victoria, the rest of the family are about to find out.

After today,

my vote for whether I'd prefer work in the UK or New Zealand, has to be with...

-UK.

-UK.

-Joking.

-No.

-No?

Weird.

It's such a big move to complicate things by walking into a job

that is such a contrast to what I'm used to,

I know that would be probably quite a stresser.

I'm shocked with the decision Mum made because she's like... all for New Zealand.

Mum's vote has come as a big surprise.

What will her dramatic change of heart mean for the family's future?

Auckland's not known for being a hotspot for nightlife,

but the city does boast plenty of entertainment opportunities for youngsters.

Will the prospect of a few good nights out be enough to convince Steph?

New Zealand may be a small nation down under, but

when day turns to night, it's certainly not the back of beyond.

The night life in New Zealand is small but really varied.

You get everything in such a small area. All the big acts come here.

I don't feel like we've missed out.

Even under 18s will find their options varied, from a relaxing dip and flick at a movie pool

to something more exhilarating at late-night sports centres.

Just like the UK, you can't buy alcohol here until you're 18,

so with Steph's 17th birthday approaching, what's the pub and club scene like?

Auckland is great to go out in. and there's so many different environments.

You can go to a party scene like this, dancing

and having a great time or you can head up to

a quieter suburb and sit in a boothed environment and talk to total strangers on your left or right.

And, finally, Steph and Jake, you don't need to worry about making new

friends, as you definitely won't be the only people from out of town.

Not everyone in Auckland is from Auckland.

Everyone in Auckland is from elsewhere, just like myself.

I've only been here two years and I've got one of the widest circles of friends.

You won't just meet Aucklanders, you'll meet people from everywhere.

Dave and Annabel Williams, and children Jake and

Stephanie, are putting life in New Zealand to the test.

The family were all in agreement about New Zealand property.

I think it's a nice house. I like it.

Absolutely stunning.

Can you just buy this house, please?

But Mum got cold feet after her day at work.

To complicate things by walking into a job that is such a contrast to what

I'm used to, I know that would be probably quite a stresser.

Daughter Stephanie is warming to Auckland.

No looking.

But with boyfriend Dan to think about, she has a lot on her mind.

I don't think I'd be able to leave Dan. If I don't move, I'm going to miss people, as well.

You can't seem to win on that one.

Will messages from loved ones back home test the family's dreams to the limit?

If a move to New Zealand is going to work for all the Williams family, they've got to embrace

the lifestyle, but will it live up to their high expectations?

Annabel and Dave are convinced that the great outdoors of New Zealand is for them and during their

trial week they intend to make the most of every minute of it.

But this morning, they're not exactly living the dream.

It looks cold but it isn't, is it?

It's really quite warm.

If that rain wasn't there,

it'd be lovely kitesurfing.

-It would.

-Yeah. Well, we'll take your word for it, Dave.

Back at the rental property, the teenage contingent are almost out of bed.

-The verdict on their parents' behaviour?

-I think Mum and Dad are mad.

I certainly wouldn't go out there in this weather.

Get wet.

But it takes more than a bit of rain to put the Williams off.

And, despite the weather, there's an active day planned for all the family.

First, a race around a local mountain biking park.

Annabel and Dave are ready for anything

but as the rain tips down, their children are feeling reluctant.

I'm going to be covered in mud.

It's so not going to be good.

Jake is quietly confident, though.

This is going to be pretty good,

because I'm much better than all my family at biking.

So he thinks.

Really. We'll soon see.

New Zealand's wide-ranging landscape makes it a great place for mountain biking.

Excellent activity. Absolutely brilliant.

It doesn't matter if it's a day like today.

It makes it more fun, really, with the puddles and getting covered in mud.

-Jake is having a ball.

-This is brilliant because it's something I like and something Steph detests.

Steph is far from convinced and perhaps she's identified the problem.

If it was something where you didn't have to pedal, it'd be fine.

Dad has his own theory.

There's no clip for any hair straighteners either.

Tearing through muddy puddles has left them cold and wet.

What better way for the family to warm up than a trip to a local hot springs, in Waiwera.

A dip in the warm mineral waters is a great way to get the circulation

going and it puts a smile on Steph's face.

Biking was wet and muddy and horrible.

I've been cold ever since.

But it's nice and warm, here.

-Bit happier now then?

-Yeah.

But, wherever Steph goes this week, there's somebody missing.

Dan's on my mind a lot.

I miss, I don't know, the stupid little things he does,

that make me laugh.

Just seeing him and talking to him.

Meanwhile, Mum and Dad are literally throwing themselves into the Auckland way of life.

It's time for the family to vote on lifestyle.

Will it be the UK or New Zealand?

On the count of three.

One.

Two.

Three.

New Zealand.

Steph's consistent vote for New Zealand is a big surprise to her parents.

At the house, her priorities shift to boyfriend Dan.

-Hiya.

-"All right, baby?"

-Yeah. OK.

-"Yeah. You?"

-Yeah. Not bad.

-"I miss ya."

I miss you, too. You'd like it here. It's like,

wherever you are, you're 20 minutes away from a beach.

-"Amazing. I wish I was there."

-I wish you was here.

If I did move, would you come over?

"Hell, yeah."

"Yeah. Yeah. Definitely."

Come over on a six-month working visa and then see if you can get citizenship or something.

Right, well, I've got to go now.

"All right then, baby."

OK, but I'll ring you later and text you.

-"Love you, baby."

-I love you, too.

-Bye bye.

-"(HE KISSES)"

Is this another sign that Stephanie's wavering in her resolve not to come?

To help the Williams family make up their minds once and for all about emigrating, we've put together some

messages from friends and family, including Steph's boyfriend Dan.

Right, David.

This is your sister here...

or your surrogate mum.

I wish you all the best. I really do.

Hi, baby. Don't go running off with any New Zealand guys,

and all that cos I'm still waiting. I'm missing you.

Dave and Annabel will always be a team.

They've always worked together.

They're an absolutely ideal example of a couple that works as one.

Jake's been really good to grow up with and we've had a lot of fun with everybody.

And if he does move to New Zealand, then it's going to be a shame cos

I'll miss like seeing him around.

Jake, he's so happy go lucky, so laid back, he'll cruise along.

He's a bright boy, a gifted boy and he'll do well...

whatever he decides to do.

I've told her, do whatever she thinks is best.

It's like... a hard thing to say cos

it's like it could be a life-changing thing which is for the better for her,

but, at the end of the day, I'd hate to see her go.

I don't think he realises

how much I will miss him and how much I do love him...

but I do, from the bottom of my heart.

It will be hard...

but as long as we can see them off in a cheerful way,

rather than be upset.

I just wish you all the best,

from the bottom of my heart, I really do.

It's what I would have expected.

I think, for my mum's sake, I know that she wouldn't...

she wouldn't do the guilt trip thing, at all.

I know our Rita would miss me,

but I've lived overseas before

and the emotional thing doesn't really affect me as much as yourself.

It's a different relationship for me...

because, you know, obviously, it's my mum.

Steph's not the only person feeling the distance.

Now, Annabel and Dave are divided over leaving loved ones behind.

As the week draws to a close, can they let go of emotional ties and follow their dream?

The Williams family from Scunthorpe came to New Zealand in search of a better way of life.

Auckland property left them feeling positive.

Having a look round and there's some real gems out there, isn't there?

-Yeah.

-Well, within our price bracket, so we're quite optimistic on that.

Very optimistic really that we'll get something that really fits the picture

that we've got in our heads, without breaking the bank.

A day at work wasn't enough to make up Annabel's mind.

Although the place of work I went to wasn't really quite right for me,

there are lots of bonuses that I can see to working over here.

-Son Jake has been quietly confident about a new life down under from the start.

-I've enjoyed it.

It's been a good week. There's been no bad points about the week that I can think of, really.

Daughter Steph's glad she made the trip to Auckland.

It has been worth coming to see the place...

definitely, cos you don't know until you see it.

But with the weight of family expectation on her shoulders, she's been struggling to make up her mind.

Been a pretty stressful week, as well, knowing that I've got to have

a decision made, as such, towards the end. It's been quite stressful.

I've felt a bit like I'm pressured into making my decision.

But for Mum and Dad, her choice is all that matters.

It's been a huge source of anxiety, really,

and over quite a long period of time I've just been trying to sort

of rationalise it and make things feel OK if she doesn't come over.

All we can do, really, is hope she makes the right decision and everything comes off. Yeah?

Yeah.

It's crunch time.

The family must make up their mind in a much-anticipated final vote.

Is their future together in the UK or will they commit to a new start down under?

On the count of three. Are you ready?

One. Two. Three.

New Zealand.

What is that?

I knew you'd do that.

What does this mean?

That I'm undecided.

I know it's hard, Steph, but a yes or a no would be a more adult decision.

Do you want a no then?

What do you want me to say? I don't know.

Laugh at me, then.

-In some respects, it's no great surprise.

-It's no surprise.

-It's no great surprise.

We expected it.

-Yeah.

-I think we've got a hell of a lot more talking to do...

-Yeah.

-..to try and drum out a plan.

-Yeah.

-A feasible plan.

Come on, then.

Dave, Annabel and Jake were hopeful that Auckland had won Steph over,

but, ultimately, the pressure of making such a life-changing decision was just too much for her.

Despite some disappointment for Annabel on the work front, she

feels strongly that New Zealand is the best place for the whole family.

But Steph remains unconvinced, with the lure of loved ones, especially Dan, proving too hard to resist.

For now, the Williams family are split whether to move where they're Wanted Down Under.

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