• 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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マタリキを祝う初めての祝日

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624日(金)、ニュージーランドでは初めてとなるマタリキ(Matariki)の祝日があります。マオリ族の新年の始まりを祝うものです。

マタリキとは、プレアデス星団(和名:すばる)とも呼ばれる星団の名前です。ニュージーランドの冬の間、日の出前に北東の地平線に向かってこの星団が見えます。マオリ族の太陰暦では、この星団の出現は1年の終わりと新しい年の始まりを告げるものなのです。

マオリ族の天文学者であるランギ・マタムラ(Rangi Matamua)博士は、マタリキについての認知度を高めるための活動が評価され、名誉ある首相科学コミュニケーター賞を受賞した人物です。博士は、この祭典は精神的かつ社会的なものだと語っています。

その年に亡くなった人たちを偲ぶという意味で、スピリチュアルなものです。

「また、すべての人々が集まり、その年に起こったことを祝い、それを忘れるための場でもあります。現在の自分を祝い、新しい季節と新しい年の約束を願うために。」

マオリの著名な占星術師であるレレタ・マキハ(Rereata Makiha)氏は、マタリキは食べ物や物語を共有し、共に過ごす時間を通して祝われるものだと述べています。

かつては、冬の間、生き延びるために食料を集めることが生活の中心でした。収穫期の重労働の後、マオリの新年の寒い時期には、人々は暖を取るために集まり、食べ物を分け合い、物語を通して互いを楽しませたのです。

「私たちの歴史はすべて物語、プラカウ(pūrakau)を通して受け継がれてきたのです」とマキハ氏は言います。

1990年代半ばから、新年を祝う習慣が復活しました。2020年、マタリキを祝日にするための請願が開始されました。昨年、政府が正式に署名し、法制化されました。

伝統的にマオリ族のものですが、マタリキはすべてのニュージーランド人のためのものだとマタムラ博士は言います。

「私の中では、もうマオリの祝祭ではありません。国を挙げての祝祭となり、それが私にとっての未来であり、マタリキの素晴らしいところだと思います。

この思いは、ニュージーランドの首相ジャシンダ・アーダーン氏も同じだと語っています。

Matarikiはニュージーランド独自の祝日となるでしょう。熟考と祝賀の時間であり、テアオマオリ(Te Ao Māori:マオリの世界の意)を認識する最初の祝日です。」

祝日の日付はマオリ族の太陰暦に合わせて毎年ずれますが、必ず金曜日になります。

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