• 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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We all float

Floating bliss to glide down the Waikato River at Taupō Each day, a growing number of people are launching inflatable rings and boats, kayaks and rafts to glide down the Waikato River. They launch either at the lagoon below the Control Gate Bridge or at Cherry Island, and get out at the hot pools at […]

Construction bouncing back

Home consents on the rise – especially apartments, units and townhouses About 33,000 new homes were consented with Auckland leading the way, followed closely behind by Wellington, Stats NZ said in a release. One third of all residential consents have been for apartments, town houses, flats and units – signalling a change in culture as […]

USA love NZ wine

Kiwi wines outselling Australian counterparts in world’s biggest market New Zealand wines are outselling those of Australia in the United States. Wine exports to the USA surpassed over 1 billion dollars. For an industry expected to pass two billion dollars in exports by 2025, this milestone comes as welcome news to wine producers Australia is […]

Alibaba expo in Auckland

Kiwi businesses gather to show off wares at first Alibaba expo in Auckland Auckland is hosting the country’s first expo from Chinese online retail giant Alibaba. The expo provides New Zealand producers an opportunity to showcase their products. More than 100 New Zealand brands, big and small, attended the show hoping to grab attention in […]

Taupo bans vaping

Taupō introduces smoking and vaping ban, but it won’t be enforced The Taupō council yesterday voted to make the district “smoke and vape free”, which will include “smoke free” signage and education and awareness campaigns. The council stoped short of making the plan a bi-law meaning there will be no repercussions for thoes who flaunt […]

Drivers pay

Calls for congestion charges to be introduced across New Zealand Auckland and Wellington drivers loose on average 118 and 150 hours respectively each year due to traffic congestion. This has a significant impact on individuals and businesses Think-tank, The New Zealand Initiative has recommended introducing conjestion charges, similar to what is in force, and proven […]

5.4 earthquake

Central New Zealand shaken by 5.4 earthquake As at 1.12am, GeoNet recorded a “moderate” intensity jolt, 50 kilometres north-west of Paraparaumu, had a magnitude of 5.4 and was 64 kilometres deep. The event is too small to cause a tsunami threat to New Zealand. There were no reports of injury or damage. Jolts like this […]

Searching for New Zealand’s electricity future in the deep heat part 2 So what is Super-critical geothermal?

Dr Isabelle Chambefort – leader of the GNS next generation geothermal project – explained it like this: “Deep supercritical geothermal refers to super-hot fluids that are found deep within the earth. Supercritical fluids exist at temperatures and pressures above the critical point where distinct liquid and gas phases don’t exist,” she said. “They exhibit higher […]

Searching for New Zealand’s electricity future in the deep heat

Deep underground, in places where it’s so hot water doesn’t exist in distinct liquid and gas phases, lies a resource that is hoped will play a key role in New Zealand’s energy future. GNS Science is optimistic so-called super-critical geothermal is part of the solution to achieving the Government’s “ambitious renewable” energy targets. But it’s […]