Small Country: Big Stars! Here are the Most Famous New Zealanders
With only 5 million people in New Zealand, it is pretty hard to secure a place in celebrity magazines. And it’s not like the 30
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Which Movies Were Shot in New Zealand?
It wasn’t just The Lord of the Rings that was filmed in New Zealand, you know. There are actually a lot of internationally renowned movies shot in New Zeal
A Traveller’s Guide to Music in New Zealand
The first European to set foot in New Zealand, Captain James Cook, famously said that the New Zealand music was, “harmonious enough but very dol
Is New Zealand a Gay-Friendly Country?
Absolutely! New Zealand is socially a progressive country where lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders are not only integrated but welcome members of society
What’s on the Box?
You didn’t come all the way to New Zealand to watch TV. But sometimes, the time comes where you find yourself stuck flicking through the channels of your hostel or flat&
Is There Really a Rivalry Between New Zealand and Australia?
Well, kind of. The rivalry between the two nations separated by the Tasman Sea is often described as a “sibling rivalry”, where
New Zealand Radio Stations
Yes, radio is still alive in New Zealand and going strong with almost 30 radio networks and countless local stations. There’s a station for almost anything, serving Ne
Kia Ora!
New Zealand has three official languages: English, New Zealand sign language and Maori, more commonly known as te reo Maori (or Māori if we are being perfectionists).
English may dominate th
What are the Meanings Behind Greenstone Pendants?
Pounamu, more commonly known as jade or greenstone, is a stone mostly found on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. This precious stone
Rugby Union in New Zealand
If you have come to Aotearoa New Zealand to experience some culture, then rugby is a great place to start. Rugby, or more specifically, rugby union, is the official national
Odd Stuff About New Zealand
Every country has its quirky side, but New Zealand is definitely a country that embraces it! From the funny place names to the national wizard, there’s a bunch of wei
A Quick Guide to the New Zealand People
New Zealand is a young country and one that many of us are still learning much about! However, even in its brief history (in comparison to the rest of the world