You need to go through the motions as the forms ask, so the CO will be able to tick the boxes easily.
Looking at the INZ factsheet
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-...lders#criteria, under
Funds or sponsorship
You must provide evidence for 1 of the following:
a salary that supports you for the length of your stay
that your employer can support you for the length of your stay
that you have enough funds to support you for the length of your stay
a Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry completed by an acceptable sponsor.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025) PDF 283KB
Evidence can include:
cash
New Zealand bank accounts showing the current balance
travellers' cheques
bank drafts
recognised credit cards with sufficient credit available
for group visas, certification from a reputable travel agency.
If you are pregnant, there are additional requirements
.