High Commission of Australia in Wellington, New Zealand; address 72-76 Hobson Street, 6011, Wellington; phone +6444736411. Plus 2 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Bradley Williams, Consul-General and Senior Trade Commissioner (confirmed in the diplomatic list of New Zealand, 20 Nov 2024)
Australia is an appealing destination for many New Zealand visitors, thanks to its breathtaking landscapes and diverse tourism experiences. With around 200,000 New Zealanders traveling abroad annually, a significant number are likely to consider Australia for their travels.
Australia is generally safe for tourists coming from New Zealand. According to the Global Peace Index, Australia ranks 19th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety, though it is not as safe as New Zealand, which ranks 4th. In terms of crime statistics, Australia has a murder rate of 0.7 per 100,000 people, significantly lower than New Zealand's rate of 2.6. When comparing organized crime indices, New Zealand tends to score better in various categories, such as mafia groups (4.5 vs. 5.0) and crime networks (3.5 vs. 6.0). Overall, while Australia is safe for tourists, New Zealand is statistically safer in several aspects.