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  New Zealand Info - Encyclopedia WikiWhat.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
New Zealand is somewhat isolated in the ocean and consists of two main islands (prosaically known as the North Island and the South Island) and numerous smaller islands.
To the south is Antarctica and to the north are New Caledonia, Fiji and Tonga.
New Zealand is a Constitutional Monarchy with a parliamentary democracy Under the New Zealand Royal Titles Act 1953 Queen Elizabeth II, is Queen of New Zealand, and is represented as head of state by the Governor General, Dame Silvia Cartwright.
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 New Zealand English - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
New Zealand English is the dialect of English spoken in New Zealand, occasionally referred to within New Zealand as Newzild.
New Zealanders will often reply to a question with a statement spoken with a rising inflection on the last couple of words (known in linguistics as a high rising terminal).
New Zealanders, in informal speech, will often use the third person feminine she in place of the third person neuter it as the subject of a sentence, especially when the subject is the first word of the sentence.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/New_Zealand_English   (4118 words)

  
 Southland Region - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Southland is the name of New Zealand 's southernmost region and is also the name of a district within that region.
The seats of the Southland Regional Council, Southland District Council and the Invercargill City Council are in Invercargill.
The region is home to Fiordland National Park and includes Stewart Island, much of which is set aside as Rakiura National Park.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Southland,_New_Zealand   (135 words)

  
 Go North West Visitor Guide
A highlight of the journey is New Zealand's northernmost point, Cape Reinga, where the mighty Pacific and Tasman Oceans meet and where the Maori believe the spirits of the dead depart to the other world.
Known as "the birthplace of the nation", Northland was where the first Maori canoes landed and where the English settlers chose to make their home several years after Captain Cook discovered the country.
The ocean is an inherent part of the region and Northland will satisfy your quest for acquatic pleasure, whether that is to admire the seaviews, go swimming, fishing or boating or venture into the ocean's depths.
www.gonorthwest.co.nz   (735 words)

  
 Northland : Northland Region, Bay of Islands, Northland Region, Bay of Islands
Northland and the Bay of Islands includes all of the country north of Greater Auckland.
This relatively narrow peninsula is New Zealand's northern-most region, reaching towards Polynesia, the home of its first inhabitants.
As one of the first regions visited and settled by Europeans, the region has the oldest European villages in New Zealand and many historic buildings.
www.tourism.org.nz /regions/northland.html   (395 words)

  
 Backpackers Ultimate Guide to New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
This region starts north of Auckland and stretches to the northern tip of the North Island and boasts the country's warmest weather and a wealth of natural attractions including kauri forests, long sandy beaches and isolated coves and islands.
New Zealand's oldest building associated with the Catholic Church has been used as a printer's workshop as well as a tannery and storehouse.
New Zealand's oldest European building (Kemp House) and the country's oldest stone building (the Stone Store) are located at the Kerikeri River Basin, a 20-minute walk from the town centre.
www.bugpacific.com /destinations/nz-north.html   (3380 words)

  
 Te Ara Hiko - Newsletter September 2003
In addition there will be a section on ‘New Zealand in Brief’ (working title), summarising the history, natural environment, economy and other major themes that will eventually be covered in detail.
The regional entries will be in two parts: one giving general coverage, the other on specific places.
The Dictionary of New Zealand Biography’s Māori language biographies have been used in bursary examinations – a testimony to the quality of the language used.
www.mch.govt.nz /ref/enz/hiko-0903.html   (1651 words)

  
 Northland Region Community Profile(published)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The unemployment rate in Northland Region was 10.2 percent, compared with 7.5 percent for all of New Zealand.
The average household size in Northland Region was 2.7 people, compared with 2.7 for all of New Zealand.
For dwellings that were rented, the average weekly rent paid for permanent private dwellings in Northland Region was $138, compared with $174 for New Zealand as a whole.
www.stats.govt.nz /domino/external/web/CommProfiles.nsf/FindInfobyArea/01-rc   (588 words)

  
 New Zealand Tourism Online : New Zealand Travel, Accommodation, Tours, Attractions, Vacation and NZ Holiday Sites
New Zealand is one of the top holiday destinations in the world with its clean green natural image, scenery, Lord of the Rings film setting, adventure, culture and value for money.
Last year New Zealand Tourism Online won the Telecom People's Choice Tourism Award for 2004 where we were recognised as a world-class tourism organisation by local and international travellers.
New Zealand’s indigenous Maori people have a unique and fascinating language and culture, which plays a major role in New Zealand life.
www.tourism.net.nz /visitor-information/destination-information/region/northland   (635 words)

  
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Civil aviation in New Zealand: the government's approach in an air-minded age: issued by the office of the minister in charge of civil aviation.
Pacific scrapbook 1943-1947: a pictorial history of a young New Zealand Corsair pilot in the Pacific and Japan and of Allied co-operation in the Pacific War.
Names of Royal Australian Air Force men and Royal New Zealand Air Force men killed in action and buried in cemeteries in Denmark, Iceland, Northern Ireland and Holland and names A to L of British, Australian and New Zealand soldiers killed in action and buried in the Phaleron War Cemetery, Athens, Greece.
www.kiwiaircraftimages.com /nonfiction.html   (9912 words)

  
 Abortion Services in New Zealand: Northland region
Northland DHB offers a surgical TOP service for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy and a medical service for fetal anomaly after that.
Women requiring a second trimester termination on general grounds will be referred to one of the Auckland gynecologists for second trimester surgical procedure.
Women are seen by the social worker at Northland Base Hospital or this can be arranged in Kaitaia for women from the Far North.
www.abortion.gen.nz /regional/northland.html   (647 words)

  
 Enterprise Northland
This Major Regional Initiative (MRI) is based upon building the capability of Northland's tourism industry as the MOST likely industry to lead future economic growth...
Enterprise Northland was established in 2002 to drive the recommendations of the Northland economic development strategy, Northland Forward Together - Kokiri Ngatahi Taitokerau.
Northland launches a cultural tourism project that celebrates and honours a New Zealand icon - the Kauri tree
www.enterprisenorthland.co.nz   (124 words)

  
 New Zealand Coal | Northland Coal Region   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Northland coals are sub-bituminous A to high volatile bituminous C in rank, with medium to very high sulphur and medium ash contents.
Northland coal has been mined for industrial and household use.
Interest in exploring the coal resources of Northland arose mainly to determine whether a local coal resource could supply the Marsden B power station.
www.med.govt.nz /crown_minerals/coal/resources/deposits/northland.html   (174 words)

  
 New Zealand Regional Travel Information New Zealand Maps from AA Guides   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Some of New Zealand's most beautiful scenery, and early history, lies in the north.
Paihia is the gateway to the islands that give the region its name, and is the departing point for cruises.
It is now known as the kumara (sweet potato) capital of New Zealand because most of the kumara crop is grown there.
www.aaguides.co.nz /northland.html   (547 words)

  
 Chamber of Commerce - Northland Region Inc
At the risk of sounding arrogant, as a region we have always known we were an attractive place to be, but finally there is sound data to support our view.
Whereby we used to be considered as a region in crisis" according to the latest regional scoreboard we come out on top.
We are the only region with a five star rating, with annual employment growth of 16%, house prices up 14% and construction growth of 20%.
www.northchamber.co.nz   (697 words)

  
 Northland Home Page
Visitors to Northland can enjoy some of New Zealands best beaches - from the sheltered coves with golden sand that can be found along the east coast to the west coast sand dunes and breakers where horse-riding and surf-cast fishing is a way of life.
Northland's history is the story of both our indigenous Maori people and the European settlers who arrived in the early 1800s.
Northland is a rich source of historical landmarks.
www.northland.co.nz   (705 words)

  
 Northland Region
The climate is in synthesis with the many beautiful beaches that this part of New Zealand is famous for.
Further south of the Far North but still on the east coast, is one of New Zealand's most popular tourist attractions, The Bay of Islands.
Waitangi township is also in this area and is steeped in New Zealand history as it is the home of the The Treaty of Waitangi, which is seen as the founding document of the nation.
www.virtualaustralia.com /newzealand/regions/northland.shtml   (279 words)

  
 Tapeka Del Mar Bay of Islands Beachfront Holiday Home Accommodation - NZ Vacation Rental   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Tapeka Del Mar New Zealand vacation rental is located at Tapeka Point Beach, marking the entrance to the world famous Bay of Islands.
Near historic Russell and across the bay from Paihia, Opua, Waitangi and Kerikeri in Northland - the northern tip of New Zealand's North Island.
This fully self contained waterfront bach (the New Zealand term for beach house) features four bedrooms (king size master with en suite) and two bathrooms sleeping up to 13 people and includes all bedding, linen and towels.
www.tapeka.com   (658 words)

  
 New Zealand Yacht Charter, Yacht Delivery and Swimming with Dolphins
Our sailing yachts are fast, safe and can take you to some of the best snorkel and dive spots that New Zealand has to offer.
Tutukaka, New Zealand is located just south of the Bay of Islands.
The region offers everyone a wide and varied choice of things to see and do.
www.paradisecoast.co.nz   (345 words)

  
 Northland New Zealand Accommodation
Northland is one of the least developed areas of New Zealand, an untouched paradise in an unspoilt land.
Discover more about this peerless Northland New Zealand Accommodation.
Situated in pristine Northland wilderness 45 minutes north of Kerikeri and sitting just 25 metres from the beach, our luxury lodge is the very essence of contemporary New Zealand beachfront accommodation.
www.cavallibeachhouse.com /northland-new-zealand-accommodation   (158 words)

  
 A Gay and Lesbian Guide to the Northland Region, North Island, New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The Northland region is known as the 'Winterless North' fame for the long hours of sunshine, sub tropical seasons, diving, historic importance to early New Zealand colonial history and the home the world famous 'Bay of Islands' with the 'Hole in the Rock' cruise.
The major commercial centre of the Northland region, is the city of Whangarei, surrounded by the tourism destinations of Paihia, Dargaville and Kaitaia.
Travel through out the Northland region can be by coach, rental car, by air or by day tours from Auckland.
www.passnewzealand.com /Northland.html   (118 words)

  
 Mulryans Luxury Accommodation Whangarei - Northland - New Zealand. Bay of Islands b&b- Bed and Breakfast NZ
Bay of Islands bandb- Bed and Breakfast NZ Romantic Country style Luxury Accommodation, wholesome farm fresh cuisine, set in 5 tranquil acres with large mature gardens, in New Zealand's sub-tropical Northland.
Situated 5 minutes drive North of Whangarei and just 40 minutes from the Romantic Bay of Islands, Mulryan's is ideally located from which to explore the remarkable diversity of activities available within the region known as Northland- 'Birthplace of a Nation'.
As a quiet retreat catering for a maximum of four guests you can be assured or personal attention in an intimate environment in which you can truly relax.
www.mulryans.co.nz   (320 words)

  
 Northland - WorkSite / PaeMahi
The Northland Regional Council responsibility as an environmental manager, is to protect Northland's land, water, coast and air by allowing sustainable development to take place.
The Taitokerau region covered by the Whangarei office of Te Puni Kokiri extends from the topuni River in the south, to Te Rerenga Wairua (North Cape) in the North.
The Far North is the northernmost district in New Zealand.
www.worksite.govt.nz /en/.regional/northland-region   (441 words)

  
 Destination Northland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Northland is New Zealand's sub-tropical region - offering simply a very warm welcome for Lions supporters.
Also you will find listed a number of venues around the region where you can mix with the locals, keep up with the game action and have a roaring good time.
Northland today is a place to indulge the senses, rejuvenate body and soul.
www.northland.org.nz   (325 words)

  
 Accommodation Northland New Zealand hotels, bed & breakfasts, motels, apartments   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Hotels, Motels, Apartments, and B&Bs throughout the Northland Region of New Zealand, including the Bay of islands, and Far North.
Houhora Lodge & Homestay is New Zealands northern most architect designed luxury Bed & Breakfast situated in 1.5 hectares of developing gardens and orchards with access to the Houhora Harbour.
Brand new purpose built guest lodge set on 5 acres overlooking the Kerikeri Inlet, yet only 7mins drive from the town.
www.accommodata.co.nz /bbc/northland.htm   (604 words)

  
 An investigation of child restraint/seatbelt usage in motor vehicles by Maori in Northland New Zealand -- Brewin and ...
An investigation of child restraint/seatbelt usage in motor vehicles by Maori in Northland New Zealand
Internationally and in New Zealand, motor vehicle injuries are
region where Maori represented 31% of the population in 1996.
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 Northland : Regional : Guides & Information : New Zealand
Contains information on Northlands air, land, water and coast, pests and weeds, environmental education, resource management planning, resource consents, transport, pollution and waste.
The Twin Coast Discovery Highway is a newly developed sign posted touring route of the Auckland and Northland regions of New Zealand.
The Northland Region of New Zealand is one of the most enjoyable to explore with a wide range of activities to suit almost every interest.
www.kiwismart.co.nz /regional-northland.html   (296 words)

  
 Learn more about New Zealand in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
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