• 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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      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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瓦卡塔尼区是丰盛湾地区的一个地区,跨越海湾东部海岸线的一部分,到达内陆到肥沃的兰加泰基平原。除了庞大的农业部门,生产优质木材和乳制品,以及猕猴桃、苹果和海鲜,该地区还是毛利文化遗产的繁华枢纽。它的沙滩、低地、丘陵和公顷的丛林是七个不同部落或 iwi 的家园。

Ngati Awa 和 Ngai Tuhoe 是设在华卡塔尼区的两个最著名的 iwi。大多数 Ngati Awa 定居点都位于兰加泰基平原,而 Tuhoe 则围绕其传统土地 Te Urewera 的高丘陵森林周围。这两个部落的许多成员都住在该地区的 Whakatane-Ohope、EdgeCumbe 和 Murupara 的城市中心,他们与他们的祖先或 whakapapa 保持着紧密的联系。

历史
据说 Ngati Awa 和 Tuhoe iwi 来自提瓦卡瓦卡,他是传奇海员毛伊岛的孙子,人们普遍认为他已经发现了奥特阿罗阿,这片土地今天被称为新西兰。Tiwakawaka 的部落成员与 Ti 人通婚,作为他们在 Kakahoroa 的据点,目前是 Whaakatane 的据点,成长并拥有其他社区。

Mataatua waka 是一个伟大的移民独木舟,将托罗阿人带到卡卡霍罗阿河口定居。当男子们为了见到当地人时,女性被留下来应对威胁将 Mātaatua 带离岸的强势。尽管她们的传统不鼓励女性进行航海运,但托罗阿的女儿 Wairaka 却大声称 “E!Kia whakatane au i ahau”(“让我作为男人的一部分”),这让她周围的女性团结起来,把自己的独木舟划回岸边。Whakatane 是以她英勇的宣言命名的。

从 Tiwakawaka、Ti 和 Toro 船长的 Waka 的后代中,Ngati Awa 和 Tuhoe 出现了。毛利民间传说 Awanuiarangi II 创立了前部落,而后者则以 Tūhoe-pōtiki 命名。目前,部落起源的丰富口头传统仍然存在。

人口
2013 年全国人口普查将 Tuhoe 人口定为 34,980 人,其中只有 5,000 人占据了他们祖先的土地。同样的人口普查还有 16,179 名加入 Ngati Awa iwi 的个人。Awanuiarangi 半数以上的人生活在 Whakatane 的城市地区。由于不同民族与土地的历史密切联系,使用 Whakatane 毛利语毛利语的人数比全国平均水平多。

经济
在毛利语中,Whakatane 土地的精神被称为魔力 Wenua,Ngati Awa 和 Tuhoe 被视为魔力 Wenua 的忠实管家。随着工业化的到来,pakeha 或欧洲定居者的出现,这两个部落在保护自己的自然和社会环境方面发挥了相当大的影响。语言和文化在城市和农村社会中以及青年人和老年人都根深蒂固。祖传传统,例如丹吉汉加葬礼、Marae 聚会、展示纪念石以及进入丛林国家的冒险,仍然在努力观察。

由于他们对家园的掌握,这两个 iwi 的投入对 Whakatane 区的众多商业运营至关重要,例如确定土壤肥力、研究本地动植物群、保护重要的 tangata Wenua 遗址,以及将其他人融入毛利和毛利价值观,例如作为亲属关系, 与自然和谐以及通过部落体育, 辩论和舞蹈进行竞争.

两个 iwi 的传统、事件和艺术也赢得了当地和国际的兴趣。主要的部落景点包括怀特岛, 一个活火山岛, Mātaatua waka 定居在 Whaakatane 的着陆点, 该地区周围的各个 PA 地点和 Te Urewera 国家公园.该地区为旅游和探索提供了丰富多样的生物群落。沉浸在 Ngati Awa 和 Tuhoe iwi 的生活中已成为许多游客的激动人心的机会。

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