• 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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      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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第8回中国語週間を開催

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今週、ニュージーランドは第8回目の中国語週間を迎えました。期間は925日(日)から101日(土)までです。

中国語週間の目的は、ニュージーランドと中国の文化的なギャップを埋め、キーウィ(ニュージーランド人)に中国語を学ぶことを奨励することです。

今年の中国語週間を記念して、オークランド出身の若手ポップアーティストVenice Qinさんは、彼女の中国人の祖先にちなんだ曲「Call my Name」を発表。また、ブラックファーンズのラグビー選手Tyla Nathan-Wongさんは、ニュージーランド中国語週間の公式アンバサダーに任命されました。

また、この週間は、児童書を通じた中国語の普及に努めています。過去5年間、ニュージーランド中国語週間受託団体(ニュージーランド・チャイニーズランゲージ・ウィーク・トラスト)は、3ヶ国語(英語、テレオ・マオリ(マオリ語)、中国語)の本を国内の学校および地区の図書館に提供してきました。今年は4000冊が配布され、初めてある1つのストーリーを録画した動画も制作されました。

ニュージーランド中国語週間慈善信託(チャリタブル・トラスト)の会長であるジョー・コフラン(Jo Coughlan)氏によると、この本は非常に人気があるとのことです。

「中国語、テ・レオ・マオリ語、英語が一緒になったこのような本はあまりないように思います。

「マオリ語や中国語、あるいはその両方など、生徒たちは自分たちの文化や言語が反映されているのを見て、とても興奮していると先生方はおっしゃっています。

コフラン氏は、複数の言語を学ぶことで脳が恩恵を受けることを示す証拠はたくさんあると言います。

「私たちは中国語の習得を奨励していますが、どの言語にも利点があります」と彼女は述べました。

コフラン氏は「中国にはたくさんの言語があります。ニュージーランドの学校や大学で教えられているのは標準中国語(マンダリン)です。例えば、私たちのウェブサイトでは、広東語でのサポート動画を見ることができます。」と続けます。

貿易に依存する多文化国家として、学生に他言語を学ぶ機会を提供することが重要であるとコフランは述べています。

「言語を学ぶことは、他の文化を知る窓となります。若者たちがキャリアを積み、明日のリーダーとなるために、他の言語や文化、この場合は中国語をより深く理解することは、旅に出るための準備となるだけでなく、他の文化の多様性を受け入れ、ニュージーランドにおける寛容さ、包括性、思考の多様性を促進することになるでしょう。」

中国語、英語、マオリ語で本が朗読されている動画はこちら:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIomXJukBYU

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