New Zealand[a] is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It consists of two main landmasses—the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui) and the South Island (Te Waipounamu)—and over …

Dec 26, 2025 · New Zealand, island country in the South Pacific Ocean, the southwesternmost part of Polynesia. The country comprises two main islands—the North and South islands—and a number of …

Welcome to New Zealand. Get official travel information, maps, itineraries, activities & accommodation to help you plan your next holiday to New Zealand.

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Dec 26, 2025 · New Zealand (Māori: Aotearoa) is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: jagged mountains, rolling pasture land, steep fiords, …

New Zealand became a dominion in 1907; it gained full statutory independence in 1947, retaining the monarch as head of state. Today, the majority of New Zealand's population of around 5.3 million is of …

3 days ago · New Zealand is located in the South Pacific, some 1,200 miles southeast of Australia. The country consists of two main islands and a number of smaller islands. The main North and South …

New Zealand facts and figures: Official web sites of New Zealand, links and information on New Zealand's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital of New Zealand, …

5 days ago · The latest edition of New Zealand's Super Smash begins this Boxing Day, the 12 teams ready to rumble all over again following a spectacular summer last season 25 Dec, 2025 in Domestic …

From the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the golden beaches of the North Island, New Zealand offers breathtaking landscapes, unique wildlife, and rich indigenous Maori heritage.