A NZ ATPL is very tough. You have to do it in an airplane with an equivalent weight of 12,500 libs. (I forgot the kilos, but it's around 4,500). There are few simulators in NZ. As there is the "Trans-Tasmanian" agreement between Australia and NZ, I looked into a sim in Australia. Qantas had sims available, which they were happy to rent out for $12,000! Additionally, you would need a NZ check airman to be there. Having found out the price tag for the simulator, I did not bother to find out what that would cost...probably even more. Additionally, after you deal with their CAA, you will come to love our FAA. Since I was to fly for a 135 operator, I just did the CPL instead. That was not a piece of cake either. Sorry that I do not have more encouraging information.