In the priority of selection list for New Grads, NZ nurses are placed 2nd i.e. below local nurses but still above International nurses with temporary visas. So I guess, you have a good chance of getting into the program.
Hi MsDuprii, You are not alone, I'm in the same boat. I have not given up hope. Apply into agencies, aged care or nursing homes, and applications for a lot of graduate programs for 2015 (general as well as aged care) are open at this time. You could think about relocating to a different city or regional as well. Keep trying, we will get there some day.