• 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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Where to get tested across New Zealand

Auckland North Auckland Northcote Community Testing Centre, 16-18 College Rd, Northcote, corner of College Rd and Kilham Avenue (entrance via College Rd). Open 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 2.30pm Saturday and Sunday.   Central Auckland Balmoral Community Testing Centre, 182 Balmoral Rd, Mt Eden. Open 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday, 8.30am […]

Nationwide Lockdown Update

New Zealand’s lockdown to be extended 3 cases of Covid confirmed in Wellington Total cases of Covid in New Zealand is 31 Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern advised New Zealanders during her 3:00PM media briefing that the current Level 4 lockdown for the whole country would be extended until 11:59PM on Tuesday, 24 August 2021. “We’ve […]

20 August morning Covid19 update

Associate Health Minister, Ayesha Verrall this morning confirmed a new Covid case has been confirmed overnight. This brings the total of Covid cases in New Zealand to twenty two. The new confirmed case had been a patient at North Shore Hospital in Auckland. Cabinet will meet at 1:00PM today to determine if there will be […]

More cases emerge and new locations of interest

New cases confirmed. Since the Prime Minister’s 1:00PM press conference, 3 new delta cases have been confirmed. Further, there are now 19 places of interest in Auckland. Also, a student from Auckland University of Technology [AUT] has been diagnosed with Delta. This brings the national total of confirmed Delta cases to ten. The students attended […]

Delta Outbreak set to get Worse – 18 August 1pm

More Cases “We are absolutely expecting more cases,” announced New Zealand’s Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern during her 1:00PM media conference on Wednesday 18 August 2021. Ministry of Health officials anticipate the number of people infected with the Delta variant of Covid to reach 120. Director General or Health, Ashley Bloomfield advised today that two further […]

Why vaccinated must lock down too – Delta’s speedy transmission

People who are fully or partially vaccinated in New Zealand will still need to follow Level 4 rules after a new community case was discovered. At the moment, scientists are still trying to determine just how much more transmissible Delta is, but preliminary guidance indicates it could be as much as 90 percent more infectious. […]

Update Delta Covid Variant – 19 New Zealand August 18, 2021

Five community cases of the new Delta Covid variant have now been identified in Auckland, New Zealand. Over 23 events and locations have been linked to the outbreak. At this stage all are in Auckland. The Ministry of Health advise yesterday, Thursday, 17 August 2021, that a male resident of Auckland suburb, Devonport was the […]

Covid-19 Update for New Zealand – August 18, 2021

Last night, August 17 2021 Prime Minister Jacinda Adern announced that New Zealand would be entering Lockdown Level 4 for 3 days and Auckland would be in Lockdown Level 4 for 7 days. This means that the Lockdown has commenced. The Lockdown is due to a member of the public in the Auckland suburb of […]

Approval of $3 billion Bay of Plenty Transport Plan

The Bay of Plenty’s Regional Land Transport Plan 2021 has been approved for public consultation regarding the spend of the $3 billion budget set aside for transport development projects over the next 10 years. A sub-committee has been formed to oversee public consultation, expected to begin on March 5, and public hearings scheduled to take […]

Border workers undergo tougher testing controls

A new government order is being introduced that will require all border workers to undergo mandatory testing for Covid-19. The changes include entry via the air and maritime borders as well as the operation of managed isolation and quarantine facilities. The order is in response to the discovery that 60 percent of staff working at […]