Street view: Why did you become a NZ citizen?

Students from St Michael's School in Rotorua performed at the citizen's ceremony held at Rotorua Lakes Council. Photo/Carmen Hall

Deborah Nickel

I came on a holiday eight years ago, I met somebody and have a wonderful child. I love New Zealand so much it's so like Canada.

DEBORAH NICKEL

Canada

Tracy-Lee Jansen

I originally came for only four months but I felt really welcome so I decided to stay. I met my husband and have a Kiwi baby myself.

TRACEY-LEE JANSEN

South Africa

Clair Maginness

I met and married a New Zealander and we have two small boys. I really love living in New Zealand it is a very special place.

CLARE MAGINNESS

Britain

Caroline White

My family is proud to be New Zealand citizens. I am a teacher and have had a lot to do with the community.

CAROLINE WHITE

Britain