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Topic: North Island, New Zealand


  
 New Zealand - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
New Zealand is responsible for the self-governing states of the Cook Islands and Niue and administers Tokelau and the Ross Dependency.
New Zealand is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy.
New Zealand's most popular sports are rugby (primarily rugby union but also rugby league), soccer (the most popular sport amongst children), cricket, and netball (the sport with the most players); golf, tennis, rowing and a variety of water sports, particularly sailing.
encyclopedia.worldsearch.com /new_zealand.htm   (2696 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - North Island, Australia & New Zealand (Australian And New Zealand Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
The principal cities are Wellington, capital of New Zealand, and Auckland.
Separated from South Island by Cook Strait, North Island is irregularly shaped with a long peninsula projecting northwest.
Near the center of the island is a hot springs resort area.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/N/NorthIsl.html   (251 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: New Zealand
In the North island also is the wonderland of the boiling geysers—said by geologists to be the oldest in the world, with the exception of those in Wyoming and Idaho—and the famous "Hot Lakes" and pools, which possess great curative virtue for all rheumatic and skin diseases.
According to the "New Zealand Official Year-Book" for 1909 (a Government publication) the total number of Catholic schools in the dominion is 152 and the number of Catholic pupils attending is 12,650.
The history of Catholic journalism in New Zealand is in effect the history of the "New Zealand Tablet," founded by the late Bishop Moran in 1873, the Catholics of this country having followed the principle that it is better to be represented by one strong paper than to have a multiplicity of publications.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/11040a.htm   (3257 words)

  
 Bay of Islands Accommodation & Travel New Zealand
The Bay of Islands is one of the most beatuiful parts of New Zealand, and has 144 islands.
The Bay of Islands with its warm climate and water based activities is a popular destination for New Zealand holiday makers and international tourist.
There is a broad range of accommodation in the Bay of Island, as well as attractions and activities, places to eat, and entertainment for all ages.
www.destination.co.nz /bay.of.islands   (212 words)

  
 Dream Trout New Zealand, Fly Fishing trips from Taupo and Rotorua
Trout fishing in New Zealand is regarded as some of the best in the World.
Year round you can enjoy New Zealand fly fishing for wild Brown and Rainbow trout in the many pristine rivers, lakes and mountain streams that cover the scenic North Island.
North Island trout fishing information - This outline of what fishing is available, what equipment is required and where you can fish in the North Island.
www.dreamtrout.com   (316 words)

  
 New Zealand Motel Accommodation Motels New Zealand Holiday Accommodation NZ
New Zealand Motel Accommodation Motels New Zealand Holiday Accommodation NZ The best way to experience New Zealand is staying in accommodation that’s as unique and welcoming as the country itself: Golden Chain motel accommodation.
To help you plan and book your accommodation needs for your New Zealand holiday or business trip, we've included a full directory of Golden Chain properties, details of the facilities available, as well as a booking and information request facility.
Because staying at Golden Chain Motels New Zealand is so easy and relaxed, you’ll be able to spend more time enjoying the spectacular scenery and exploring our towns and cities.
www.goldenchain.co.nz   (290 words)

  
 New Zealand Adventures
New Zealand has a reputation for being a great place for walks.
New Zealand has an excellent public transportation system, but I found the car gave me a lot more flexibility, especially to explore the wet west coast.
I finished my visit in Rotorua, the tourist capital of the North Island, where I explored the thermal areas, learned about Maori culture, and went rafting.
www.vic.com /new_zealand   (204 words)

  
 Image of Ruapehu, New Zealand
Ruapehu, the tallest mountain on the North Island, is a massive andesite stratovolcano.
Cronin, S.J., and Neall, V.E., A late Quaternary stratigraphic framework for the northeastern Ruapehu and eastern Tongariro ring plains, New Zealand: New Zealand Journal of Geology and Geophysics, v.
Malahoff, A., 1968, Origin of magnetic anomalies over the central volcanic region of New Zealand, in, The Crust and Upper Mantle of the Pacific area: eds., Knopoff, L., Drake, C.L., and hart, P.J., Geophysical Monograph 12, p.
volcano.und.nodak.edu /vwdocs/volc_images/img_ruapehu_crater_lake.html   (822 words)

  
 new zealand north island and other new zealand related information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
New Zealand Map including Road Map of North, South Island New Zealand (NZ), detailed printable physical Maps of NZ New Zealand road map and scenic route planner for self drive holidays.
Explore the North Island with New Zealand native and novelist Keri Hulme in the October 1999 issue of TRAVELER.
North Island - South Island - Stewart Island - Kiwi - Description - aka Kiwi Land - New Zealand is in the southwest Pacific - 9+hours flight from USA West Coast - 3+ hours flying time from Australia...
www.nethorde.com /new_zealand/new-zealand-north-island.html   (349 words)

  
 Rental Cars2U - One of the largest, independent car hire companies in New Zealand
We are happy to offer traveller’s to New Zealand with a varied selection of rental choices to suit any tourist budget or vehicle requirements from our selection of late model, well maintained rental cars.
New Zealand has so much for visitors to see and do, so don’t spend your precious holiday time sorting out rental transportation when you could be enjoying some breath-taking Kiwi scenery, relaxing with a gourmet picnic lunch in the countryside or sledding down a famous New Zealand ski slope.
New Zealand is a unique and beautiful destination for tourists, whether you are cruising the Summer destinations or checking out the Winter attractions, we want your trip to be an enjoyable experience.
www.cars2u.co.nz   (558 words)

  
 All Manawatu Fly Fishing New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
The range of fly fishing opportunities in the lower North Island of  New Zealand is extensive.
This region of New Zealand provides a vast amount of fly fishing water - plus angling variety, attractive scenery, and peace and quiet.
These New Zealand rivers and streams drain regions which have varying physical and climatic conditions - so the fly fishing options are endless.
www.man.quik.co.nz /davidweb   (320 words)

  
 Ohakune, Ruapehu, New Zealand
It is known as the aprés ski capital of the North Island, the Carrot Capital of New Zealand, a forestry centre, a farming centre, and home to around 1400 people.
It is a pleasant country town in summer - attractive as a base for numerous outdoor activities - and a lively snow sports centre in winter.
Through its history, Ohakune has attracted all kinds of people willing to work hard to create a 'new world' and this has led to a vibrant, diverse people in a town that provides the opportunity for a wide variety of experiences for visitors too.
www.ohakune.info   (247 words)

  
 new zealand travel bed & breakfast tours "Kiwis at home"
Our "Kiwi's at Home" vacation program combines New Zealand's magnificent scenery with the opportunity to meet real New Zealanders through accommodation at selected Bed and Breakfast hotels, Home Stay and Farm Stays.
Highways in New Zealand are of a good standard however few are multi-laned divided roadways.
Outside of the main urban areas and with in the South Island traffic volumes are generally light.
www.seenz.net.nz   (244 words)

  
 ABC Asia Pacific - News - New Zealand's North Island hit by earthquake - Text Only
New Zealand's North Island has been hit by an earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale.
The quake was centred just north of the capital, Wellington, and was felt across the North Island and the top of the South.
New Zealand inflation rises to two-year high »
www.abcasiapacific.com /news/stories_to/asiapacific_stories_lofi_1286455.htm   (172 words)

  
 Kia Ora ~ Welcome | SPARC - ihi Aotearoa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
SPARC (Sport and Recreation New Zealand) is encouraging New Zealanders to stick to their New Year’s resolutions to get active and be healthy.
New Zealand is one of the first countries to become party to the UNESCO International Convention Against Doping in Sport, Sport and Recreation Minister Trevor Mallard announced today.
The New Zealand Rugby Union and the New Zealand Government today announced the formation of an Establishment Board, which will undertake the initial planning for New Zealand to host Rugby World Cup 2011.
www.nzas.org.nz   (266 words)

  
 Seychelles Hotels
I just wanted to drop you a few lines to say that our stay at North Island was absolutely great.
I would appreciate if you will keep me updated with any developments at North Island as well as on other initaivies of your company.
We are very pleased with the organizing of our vacation by Island Safari and in the future when we want to travel again, we will use once again your company.
www.Seychelles-Hotel.info   (504 words)

  
 New Zealand Holiday & Travel Guide - accommodation, activities, tours, maps and useful New Zealand information.
New Zealand: the most beautiful, diverse and fun filled destination on the planet!
New Zealand is a golfing paradise - hit the local green or pay a visit to one of New Zealand's world-class golf resorts.
Discover the joys of New Zealand's capital city - with its vibrant inner city, cultural core, and stunning harbour views.
www.canterburypages.co.nz   (341 words)

  
 MTU Volcanoes Page - Ruapehu Volcano, New Zealand
North Island's highest summit, 13 km SSW of Ngauruhoe, is marked by an acidic crater lake of highly variable temperature.
The Ministry of Civil Defense Wellington, New Zealand and their official releases on the activity at Mount Ruapehu
Department of Geology at the University Of Auckland, Auckland New Zealand
www.geo.mtu.edu /volcanoes/new.zealand/ruapehu   (539 words)

  
 Rotorua New Zealand Virtual Tour - Geothermal Activity   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
The whole place is charged with something of a primordial ambiance (if you can ignore the occasional sign of the tourism business) and features a range of natural phenomenon that challenge the auditory, visual and olfactory senses.
Auckland, Bay of Islands, Central North Island, Coromandel Peninsula, Napier, New Plymouth, Rotorua, Waitakere, Wellington, Whakatane
New Zealand - Auckland - Rotorua - Wellington - Christchurch - Queenstown - Study - Virtual Tour - NZ Guide Book - Slide Show - Search
nz.com /tour/Rotorua/Geothermal.html   (231 words)

  
 BCDC Welcome to the West Coast
Your guide to the South Island's West Coast from the people who live and work there.
Our tourist section is ideal for new visitors on the West Coast, you can find it a valuable guide to those secret and beautiful places.
A gateway to the north, Westport is home of Coaltown, a museum dedicated to the mining history of the region and is well worth a visit, especially before or after a visit to the Denniston mine.
www.westcoast.org.nz   (513 words)

  
 New Zealand's largest skiing area - Mt Ruapehu.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
New Zealand's largest skiing area - Mt Ruapehu.
The park is special to all New Zealanders as it was the country's first National Park.
In 1887 the sacred mountain peaks, Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro, were gifted to the people of New Zealand by the Paramount Chief of Ngati Tuwharetoa, Horonuku Te Heu Heu Tukino, ensuring their protection for all people for all time.
www.whakapapa.co.nz   (191 words)

  
 New Zealand Hotels and Accommodation - hotel and apartment reservations through out New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
North Island region: Auckland, Bay of Islands, Wellington, Northland, Rotorua, Taupo, Coromandel, Hawkes Bay,
Many New Zealand hotels have conference centers and offer convention facilities.
there is a New Zealand hotel or apartment accomodation style and location to suit you.
www.innz.co.nz   (326 words)

  
 Fish and Game New Zealand
We are an angler and gamebird hunter organisation which has a statutory mandate to manage New Zealand's freshwater sportsfish fisheries and gamebird hunting.
Fish and Game NZ, Hunting and Fishing New Zealand and Beretta are running a competition with a total prize value of $5,000 for hunters who introduce a new young hunter to the sport of game bird hunting.
CLEAN all items that have been in any New Zealand rivers; soak or scrub with hot (60 degree C) water, 2% solution of household bleach or 5% solution of dishwashing detergent.
www.fishandgame.org.nz   (361 words)

  
 New Zealand Trekking Hiking Tour Guided Tours Flora Fauna
If you are looking for New Zealand hiking tours, a true adventure tour, trekking through natural vegetation, learning about Maori traditions and the natural features of New Zealand close up and personal, Hikoi Treks is the place for you.
Hikoi Treks operates adventure tours guided by Maori guides on 5,000 hectares (12,500 acres) of Maori owned land on the Rangitikei River in one of the most remote and natural parts of the North Island of New Zealand, by car 5 hours south of Auckland or 3 and a half hours north of Wellington.
All our guides are “Tangata Whenua” to the mountain Aorangi in the Rangitikei District of the central North Island of New Zealand.
www.hikoitreks.co.nz   (377 words)

  
 Coromandel Peninsula lodge accommodation, north island, New Zealand - Aotearoa Lodge
It's the perfect opportunity to see all of the Coromandel as many rental car companies do not allow their vehicles north of Colville.
Also, we will arrange other activities for you that are available locally, eg: fishing, golf, scenic boat trips, horse riding, Bike NZ tours, craft trail and bone carving.
NZ Online free New Zealand travel planning, itineraries and reservations for independent travellers and travel agents, New Zealand travel deals, discounts on accommodation and tourism operators.
www.tournz.co.nz   (313 words)

  
 Tunnel claims a hard-working family man - National - www.smh.com.au
The good wages and company of fellow Maoris brought Ronnie Shores from his home town of Waihi, in the North Island of New Zealand, to work deep under the heart of Sydney.
Well-liked and experienced in tunnelling, Mr Shores intended to return to New Zealand when the project was completed, scheduled for mid next year.
At midnight on Wednesday, as his body was brought to the surface, fellow Maori workers gathered for a Maori cleansing ceremony for the spirit.
www.smh.com.au /articles/2004/07/30/1091080440056.html   (365 words)

  
 Real Estate New Zealand - allrealestate.co.nz
Search thousands of New Zealand real estate listings including homes for sale, rental properties and New Zealand's leading real estate agents.
Simply tell us the criteria for your real estate needs to receive daily emails showing new properties that are right for you.
Search hundreds of leading New Zealand Real Estate Agents, by region, suburb or Agency name.
www.AllRealEstate.co.nz   (192 words)

  
 Volcanoes in New Zealand: Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Limited
Volcanoes in New Zealand: Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Limited
New Zealand's North Island contains a number of active and potentially active volcanoes.
Although the probability of an eruption affecting a large area of the North Island is relatively low in any one year, the probability of an eruption occurring in the future is high.
www.gns.cri.nz /what/earthact/volcanoes/index.html   (302 words)

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