• 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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Ang mga mag-aaral ng Wharekura ay nakakuha ng rangatahi award sa Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2024

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Si Raukura Chankee-Paea (kaliwa) at Meadow Hussey (kanan) ay nakatanggap ng Rangatahi award.

Ang mga mag-aaral mula sa isang paaralan sa Wellington ay gumagamit ng wika at kaalaman ng Maori upang maprotektahan ang mga mahahalagang site at turuan ang mga bisita tungkol sa kanilang lokal na lugar. Ang natatanging negosyong ito, na sinimulan ng mga mag-aaral mula sa Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o nga Mokopuna noong 2021, ay gumagabayan sa mga bisita sa paligid ng lugar ng Maraenui (Seatoun), na nagbabahagi ng mga kwento at kasaysayan ng mga lugar sa kahabaan ng baybayin.

Ang kanilang negosyo, si Ngā Tapuwae a-Taraika, ay nanalo ng Rangatahi award sa Ngā Tohu Reo Maori 2024. Nakakaakit ito ng iba’t ibang mga bisita, kabilang ang mga mag-aaral mula sa ibang mga paaralan at mga miyembro ng Wētā FX Team.

Habang nakatayo sa beach sa harap ng kanilang paaralan, itinuturo ng mga senior student na si Raukura Chankee-Paea at Meadow Hussey ang ilan sa mga makasaysayang lugar sa lugar. Ang isa sa gayong site ay ang Te Tūranga o Kupe, isang bato na nagmamarka ng unang lugar na itinakda ng maalamat na explorer na Kupe sa rehiyon.

Ang kanilang negosyo ay pinangalanan sa ninuno na si Taraika, ngunit sinabi ni Meadow na si Kupe ang ninuno na madalas na tinalakay sa kanilang mga kwento. Kinikilala si Kupe sa pagpangalan ng mga isla sa Wellington Harbour, Matiu (Somes Island), Mākaro (Ward Island) at Mokopuna.

Itinuro ni Raukura ang lugar ng kung ano ang dating pinakamalaking Pā (pinatibay na nayon ng Maori) sa lugar, ang Whetukairangi, na ngayon ang lugar ng Worser Bay School. Sinabi niya na ang paboritong bahagi niya ng paglilibot ay kapag dalhin nila ang mga bisita upang tingnan kung saan tumama ng barkong Wahine ang Te Tangihanga a Kupe (Barrett Reef).

Sinabi ni Meadow na may responsibilidad silang matiyak na hindi nakalimutan ang mga kasaysayan na ito, kaya’t gusto niyang makita kapag natututo ng bago ang kanilang mga bisita. Idinagdag ni Raukura na para sa marami sa kanilang mga bisita, kahit na ang mga lumaki sa Wellington, ito ang unang pagkakataon na narinig nila ang tungkol sa mga lugar na ito. Ngunit sinabi niya iyon na nangangahulugan na maaari nilang ipasa ang mga kwento sa kanilang sariling pamilya at kaibigan.

Matapos manalo ang parangal, hinikayat ni Raukura ang mga tao ng Maori sa buong New Zealand na “hanapin ang lakas upang mababahan ang ating mundo ng wikang Maori at sa ating kaugalian.”

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