Just thought I'd share my good experience with the Manukau branch for my partner's partner residence visa.
Complete timeline below:
Application submitted on the 23th June 2016 at Auckland CBD.
Application accepted and lodged on the 27th June
Contacted by Case officer from Manukau branch on the 27th September requiring more evidence. Supplied the day after.
AIP on the 3rd of November.
Passports sent on the 4th November.
Passports received back with labels on the 9th November
Around 4 and half months from start to finish
Happy days