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8 Interesting Facts I Didn’t Know About New Zealand Until I Moved Here

Adjusting to life in New Zealand is pretty easy. The language is familiar, the products [...]

The Day My Son Got a Tattoo: From ‘Not in My House’ to ‘That’s Actually Quite Nice’

Today, 17 July, is National Tattoo Day, so no better moment than now to reflect [...]

Heading to New Zealand? Here are 10 Kiwi Slang Terms You Should Know

New Zealand English is a distinct variety of British English, shaped by a blend of [...]

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A–Z Of New Zealand Places: Akaroa, Arrowtown (And A Little Bit About Auckland)

Akaroa Meaning Akaroa, originally spelt Hakaroa, is a Māori word meaning Long harbour. In 1838, [...]

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From Warriors To Romance: Celebrating New Zealand Authors

I hadn’t planned to write about New Zealand authors this week, but this morning, while [...]

Matariki: A Growing Tradition In New Zealand’s Calendar

On 20 June, most of us will be enjoying a day off work or school [...]

New Zealand: A Nation Of Selfless Givers

Next week (15–21 June) is Volunteer Week in New Zealand, so no better time than [...]

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Knights, Dames and Kiwi Legends: Inside the New Zealand Royal Honours

Before 1996, New Zealand used the British honours system to recognise the service and achievements [...]

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