• 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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Man accused of fatal gang shooting in street brawl now named

George Anthony Mahoni is now named among five men charged in connection with the gang shooting that led to the death of Charles Pongi in East Auckland one year ago. Mahoni, Vili Laungaue, and Lika Feterika are charged with murder. Another man, whose name is not released, also faces murder charges, while the fifth man […]

How Wellington house prices stack up against the other cities

Property values in the Wellington region have dropped about 20% since their peak after Covid. According to Corelogic’s Home Value Index, the median house value in Wellington is now $837,425. Wellington City saw the largest quarterly drop at 3.2%, followed by Porirua at 2.7%, Lower Hutt at 2.5%, and Kāpiti Coast at 2.2%. Upper Hutt […]

What’s in a name? $900,000 if you’re Mt Eden

Auckland suburbs look similar from above, but they have big price differences on the ground. Some buyers pay a lot more to live in popular areas. Research from Corelogic shows that the average price of three-bedroom homes varies greatly between nearby suburbs. For example, Epsom’s average is $1.92 million, while nearby Greenlane is $1.52 million. […]

Crown breached Treaty principles in school reform – Waitangi Tribunal

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‘Enough is enough’ – Chris Hipkins blasts government over Māori policies

Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins spoke in Auckland on Saturday, saying the government is unfairly targeting Māori people. He mentioned that the recent report on abuse in state care shows a “shameful history” where Māori were treated badly, including racism and violence. Hipkins criticized the government for reversing laws that allow Māori to have a […]

Waka ama programme ‘a space for the long-haul’

Two police officers in Taranaki, Brad Huntly and Simon Howard, are using their cultural roots to help reduce crime among Māori youth. They created Te Hapai Hoe, a free waka ama program that teaches Māori culture, language, and genealogy in a full immersion setting. The program also offers practical help, such as driver’s license training […]

Māori MPs who backed ward changes have ‘internalised’ racism – Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi

Te Pāti Māori is criticizing the government’s claim that requiring local councils to ask residents about Māori wards is democratic. An MP from the party accused government MPs of Māori descent of having “internalized” racism towards their own culture. On Tuesday, the coalition government’s Local Government Amendment Bill passed. This law requires councils that set […]

‘Please listen to the experts’: Charter schools would break labour laws, union says

The Education and Workforce Select Committee in Parliament is discussing a bill to bring back publicly-funded private schools, known as charter schools. The Council of Trade Unions (CTU) claims that this legislation will violate labor, human rights, and trade agreements. Erin Polaczuk from CTU mentioned that a recent change in the bill would prevent charter […]

Where does the name Wānaka come from? New RNZ podcast explores place names

Wānaka is now a famous ski-town in New Zealand, popular among tourists for its scenery and connection to the Lord of the Rings movies. However, before European settlement, it was known for education. A new RNZ podcast series, Nau Mai Town, starts today with an episode about Wānaka. The series explores Māori place names, their […]

Teenager dies after accident at Christchurch ice skating rink

A 13-year-old girl named Kymani Hiley-Hetaraka died after hitting her head while ice-skating in Christchurch. The accident happened at the Alpine Ice Sports Centre during a school trip on Tuesday. Kymani fell and was taken to the hospital, but her injuries were too severe for her to survive. Kymani was skating with her school, Haeata […]