Hi Muiltime,
Don't think there is such a thing as grass is greener on the other side but if you are In the North Island look up the big operators and go for a look.This year seems to be down on last year due to a number of factors ie short of ping floating about and crap weather.Down south is slow. Look up nzaaa that may have list of operators.
It will help if you are current on topdressing
later
Tukituki