just want to share my timeline
October 3, 2019- applied for resident visa partner of a new zealander
June 5, 2020 - Received email from CO asking for latest joint account details and statements. Also asked why I went outside NZ for 2 weeks without my partner.
June 7, 2020 - Uploaded documents and explanation.
July 10, 2020 - CO called me to check if we uploaded the police certificate of my partner. Co also called landlord and friends to verify letters. CO just asked them if they know me and my partner.
July 20, 2020 - Status Changed to Approved
July 21, 2020 - Received the E-visa