@kaia @arcana @MMS21 over saturation. Within my lifetime, NZ went from being a place that was known for programming prowess and technical knowledge, to being a place where companys outsource development to.

Im also in the 2nd top tax bracket :| and i dont have access to a bunch of grants, down to me making enough to *checks notes* be comfortable in paying rent and buying sustenance.

Plus being one of the most expensive places in the world to live, I truly am at risk of becoming far left (/s)