• New Zealand Regions
      • Hawke's Bay
      • Bay of Plenty
      • Waikato
      • Whanganui
      • Manawatu
      • Northland
      • Auckland
      • Gisborne
      • Taranaki
      • Wellington
      • West Coast
      • Nelson
      • Canterbury
      • Otago
      • Marlborough
      • Southland
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      Hawke's Bay

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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      Bay of Plenty

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      Waikato

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      South WaikatoWaikato District

      Whanganui

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

      Manawatu

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

      Northland

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

      Auckland

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

      Gisborne

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

      Taranaki

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

      The port city of New Plymouth is the area's cultural and commercial hub. Taranaki's economy is diverse and includes dairy, oil and gas. The region is the highest contributor or national GDP per capita. 

      Wellington

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      The Wellington Region covers Wellington city in the south, Upper and Lower Hutt valleys to the north-east, and Porirua to the north-west. The region takes its name from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city.

      Wellington is famous for its arts and culture scene and is also the centre of New Zealand's film industry.

      West Coast

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      The West Coast, or as some locals call it, the "Wild West", is a long thin region that runs down the South Island's west coast.

      The region has the lowest population in all of New Zealand. It is famous for its rugged natural scenery such as the Pancake Rocks, the Blue Pools of Haast, and the glaciers.

      The main industries in the region are dairy farming and mining. Tourism also plays an important role.

      Nelson – Tasman

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      Nelson Tasman is an extraordinary, vibrant region where art and businesses thrive together among a stunning natural landscape. With one in five people internationally born, Nelson Tasman has 48 different cultures living in its environs.

      The region prides its self on being New Zealand’s leading Research and Development areas, with the highest proportion of people working in the research, science and tech sectors out of anywhere in New Zealand.

      Canterbury

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      Canterbury is a region on New Zealand’s South Island marked by grassy plains, clear lakes and snow-capped mountains. Its largest city, Christchurch, is famed for its art scene and green spaces.

      Otago

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      There are few places in the world which will leave you with a lasting sense of difference. Central Otago is undoubtedly one of them from its landscapes, its seasons, its people, its products and experiences.

      Marlborough

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

      Apart from the wine industry, aquaculture, agriculture and tourism play an important role in the local economy.

      Southland

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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新西兰人

随着毛利人、欧洲、太平洋岛屿和亚洲文化的拼凑历史,新西兰已成为熔炉人口,但是新西兰具有一些团结的特征,使其在世界上独一无二。今天,在 440 万新西兰人(非正式称为新西兰人)中,约 69% 是欧洲裔,14.6% 是土著毛利人,9.2% 为亚洲人,6.9% 为非毛利人太平洋岛民。

Pakeha

帕克哈文化(通常是新西兰欧洲文化的同义词)主要来自英国人的文化,特别是 19 世纪在新西兰殖民地的英国定居者。直到 20 世纪 50 年代,许多帕克哈将自己视为英国人民,并与 “英格兰母亲” 保持着牢固的文化联系。然而,人们普遍认为,在新西兰出生的人可能比英国人身体更强大,适应性更强。新西兰早期的农村生活主要是农村生活导致了新西兰人是顽固、勤奋的问题解决者的形象。帕克哈文化的另一个独特特征是平等主义传统,而不是英国的阶级制度。在 Pākehā 文化中,还有来自爱尔兰、意大利和其他欧洲群体的亚文化,以及各种非民族亚文化。

从 1980 年代起,帕克哈开始进一步探索他们独特的传统,并认为新西兰人的文化既不是毛利人也不是英国人。人们对 “kiwiana” 感兴趣 —— 新西兰传统中被视为代表着猕猴桃标志性元素的物品,例如 pōhutukawa(新西兰圣诞树)、pāua-shell 烟灰缸、嗡嗡蜂、菠萝块、口香糖和 Jandals

毛利

毛利人是新西兰的土著居民。他们起源于来自波利尼西亚岛屿东部的定居者,他们在 1250 年至 13000.0—— 毛利人在几次独木舟航行中抵达新西兰。毛利人在几百年中定居了这些岛屿,形成了独特的文化。口述历史讲述了从夏威基(热带波利尼西亚神话般的故乡)乘坐大型远洋独木舟(哇卡)长途航行。毛利神话是由众神和英雄组成的独特主题,分享了一些波利尼西亚图案。重要的数字是兰吉努伊和 Papatūānuku、Māui 和 Kupe。

许多文化活动的核心是 marae,家庭和部落聚集在一起参加特殊场合,例如 pōwhiri 或 Tangi。毛利人经常称自己为 “tāngata Whenua”(土地人),特别重视与陆地和海洋有关的生活方式。公共生活、分享和在土地上生活是强大的传统价值观。

毛利人的独特价值观、历史和世界观通过哈卡、tā moko、waiata、雕刻、编织和 poi 等传统艺术和技能来表达。tapu(意思是禁忌或神圣)的概念也是毛利文化中的强大力量,适用于物体、人类甚至山脉。

其他族裔群体

中国人
直到 1980 年代,中国似乎遥远和异国情调,这主要是因为新西兰的地理位置隔绝、以欧洲为中心的文化、英国联系和不愿意将自己视为亚太国家。20 世纪 60 年代,几乎没有观察到中国节日。到 1970 年代,大多数中国人正在进入同化的道路上,他们的文化有可能被完全淹没。

然而,自 1990 年代初以来,连续一波新移民重新振兴了许多传统。例如,中国新年和中秋节已成为流行的庆祝活动,吸引了大量中国人和其他新西兰人。有些活动,例如元宵节和端午竞赛,现在在其他新西兰人中广受欢迎,尤其是年轻人。

中国社区现在由许多分组组成,按语言和方言划分。其成员来自政治制度截然不同的国家。许多本地出生的中国年轻人正试图重新与自己的文化根源重新联系,有些是通过学习中文,有些是通过访问中国。最近的移民建立了中文学校,以帮助他们保持孩子的传统语言技能,而许多家长学习英语并重新培训获得新西兰资格。

今天的父母对孩子的职业选择更加放松。1960 年代,鼓励孩子们接受 “安全” 职业培训,成为医生、律师、工程师和建筑师,但是在 21 世纪,中国年轻艺术家、作家、音乐家和诗人的出现。

韩国人们
韩国新西兰人(韩语:2018 年新西兰人口普查发现,该国有 35,664 名韩国人,几乎全部来自韩国,使他们成为该国第三大亚洲人口,占新西兰总人口的 0.75% 以上。

除了韩国永久居民外,2019 年还有 8,000 名韩国国际学生和超过 88,000 名游客

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