Andy Hartmann from Swiss radio station Radio Grischa is currently studying at Languages International Auckland in New Zealand. Andy has been reporting back to Radio Grischa on his time at Languages International and his travels around New Zealand. If you understand German, you can hear about Andy’s visit to New Zealand on the Radio Grischa
New Zealand – so far away and so close
It’s been my second day since I left New Zealand, the second day away from this beautiful and peaceful country. It all seems so far and so long time ago… Visiting New Zealand was one of the best life experiences I have ever had. On the 8th of January 2008 I arrived in Auckland the
Essays from our Students: Part 4
What historical event in your country has had a major effect on your country? Give reasons and examples to support your response. Out of the many important historical events in my home country, Germany, I think the Berlin Wall was one of the most important, because we can still feel the consequences. It divided not
Essays from our Students: Part 3
Most people think that being famous is heaven, but in fact it’s more like hell. What do you think? For many people, being famous seems to be heaven for several reasons. I think the biggest attraction is the money, as famous people naturally seem to have lots of it. As a result, you have all
Essays from our Students: Part 2
“Most people think that being famous is heaven, but in fact it’s more like hell” No doubt everyone is trying to catch up to their idols and, so to speak, is trying to be famous. Normally you work hard to achieve your goals and do all the social offerings to prove yourself and live out
Essays from our Students: Part 1
“Most people think that being famous is heaven, but in fact it is more like hell” Why do people want to be famous? You look at all those glossy magazines featuring some people in their drunk state or just during a “bad hair” day saying terrible, and more than often, insulting things. Isn`t it ironic?
My Homestay Family
My name is Eva. This is my first time in New Zealand. I looked forward to my new life in New Zealand, though I felt uneasy about everything.I am staying with a host family in Birkenhead. Before I came to Auckland I thought that if I wanted to go to the supermarket I would have
“Russian Community” Leads the Way in IELTS
This month the Languages International IELTS results in Auckland were particularly impressive, as the average pass mark among the Russian students reached 7.5. Congratulations to our students and their teachers, who worked so hard towards these results! The IELTS certificate is one of the most highly-valued English language qualifications in the world and is often
New Zealand
My name is Ali. I am from Saudi Arabia. Before I came to New Zealand, I read and heard about this country from some friends who visited it. They said it’s a beautiful country, and the people are lovely. And the kiwi bird lives only here! I was surprised that the population of New Zealand
Sailing…and Swimming!
My name is Ji Hea. I am from Korea. Last Saturday I went sailing with my school friends and three teachers. We were relaxing on the boat, some people were swimming and some were fishing. I also wanted to swim so I jumped into the sea. Before I came to New Zealand I learnt to
