When entering NZ, stay is subject to grant of permission. You must leave New Zealand before the expiry of your visa or face deportation. Evidence of financial support not required. Return/onward ticket not required. The holder may work as 。。。。。
are you applying for pr at the same time?
had the same situation before when i was waiting for pr decision.
it's more likely to give you better indication - i got my pr 1 week after receiving this short work visa