• 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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      OpotikiOpotiki iSiteKawerauWhakatane

      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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Tikanga

Tikanga 是毛利人认为自时代黎明以来就存在的概念。毛利文化中的一系列规则和习俗向他们展示了如何在精神、土地和祖先方面过上美好的生活。

尽管 Tikanga 可能出现于精神渊源,但在每个 iwi 中以及更广泛地说,在整个毛利文化中,Tikanga 作为社会宪法发挥作用。每个 iwi 都可能有一套不同的习俗和伦理来定义他们的 Tikanga,但他们将其视为个别部落的真相。这是因为 Tikanga 来自过去,毛利人认识到不同 iwi 的过去是不同的,所以不应该被判错。

今天的 Tikanga

Tikanga 来自过去,但它正在向未来发展。随着全球对道德和伦理的理解调整,蒂坎加和毛利人对其他文化和思想的接触也在调整,使之成为目前的形式。随着新西兰成为文化大熔炉,蒂坎加在某种程度上受到西方和东方思想和哲学以及犹太基督教价值观的影响。

20 世纪 80 年代,随着政府开始将其应用于法律,蒂坎加成为许多新西兰人的主流概念。这些法律通常涉及可持续性和资源管理,因为对土地的处理在蒂坎加发挥着重要作用。但是,政府也在系统内对有关道德和正义的法律事项适用协议和道德规范。在政府立法中考虑蒂坎加表明了新西兰的进步文化特征及其对多样性的奉献。
Tikanga 和礼仪

Tikanga 还包括礼仪和行为,这影响了新西兰人的日常生活。要表现出对毛利人和猕猴桃文化的尊重,这些礼仪非常重要。

以下是一些例子:

  • 避免触摸人们的头;毛利人认为头部是神圣的。
  • 不要坐在桌子或枕头上。它被视为不卫生,特别是在有食物存在的情况下。出于同样的原因,你也不应该把包或帽子放在桌子上,而是把它们放在地板或椅子上。
  • 不要把食物传到人的头上。与第一条规则类似,在毛利文化中,食物和头部都被认为是神圣的。毛利人在仪式环境中使用食物作为欢迎、仪式或建立关系。
  • 避免在某人说话时进入或穿过房间,尤其是当该人是权威人物的情况下。如果你必须进去,一定要保持安静,不要走在扬声器前面。演讲或 Mihi 有一个非常特殊的层次结构,打断将被视为不尊重。

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