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Derived termsFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses (the North Island and the South Island), and numerous smaller islands, most notably Stewart Island/Rakiura and the Chatham Islands. The indigenous Māori language name for New Zealand is Aotearoa, commonly translated as The Land of the Long White Cloud. The Realm of New Zealand also includes the Cook Islands and Niue (self-governing but in free association); Tokelau; and the Ross Dependency (New Zealand's territorial claim in Antarctica). New Zealand is notable for its geographic isolation: it is situated about 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi) southeast of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and its closest neighbours to the north are New Caledonia, Fiji and Tonga. During its long isolation New Zealand developed a distinctive fauna dominated by birds, a number of which became extinct after the arrival of humans and the mammals they introduced. The majority of New Zealand's population is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority. Asians and non-Māori Polynesians are also significant minority groups, especially in urban areas. The most commonly spoken language is English. New Zealand is a developed country that ranks highly in international comparisons on many topics, including education, economic freedom, and lack of corruption. Its cities also consistently rank among the world's most liveable. Elizabeth II, as the Queen of New Zealand, is the country's head of state and is represented by a Governor-General, and executive political power is exercised by the Cabinet of New Zealand. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License Air New Zealand vs British Airways in business from LAX to LHR? Q. Has anyone taken the Los Angeles to London flights on both airlines to compare? I'm planning an upcoming trip and finding the prices to be very similar between both airlines. Air New Zealand's business class looks interesting and the airline seems more "chill," but BA is well...BA and sorta a stalwart in transatlantic business class. Anyone compared them? Asked by Michael P - Thu Jul 3 21:00:45 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. Try checking the boards at www.flyertalk.com for reviews from travelers who have been in both. Safe travels! Answered by Paul M - Thu Jul 3 14:20:21 2008 Are the superannuation schemes of Australia and New Zealand compatible? Q. I live in New Zealand and would like to taste life in Australia, maybe once, maybe several times, in the coming decades, by living and working there. New Zealand's superannuation plan requires me to have spent 10 years working in New Zealand, 5 years of which after my 50th birthday, to qualify for NZ superannuation when I retire, at 65. Would years worked in Australia count towards that? Do the two countries have reciprocal superannuation agreements permitting citizens of the one to retire in the other? Asked by Chaco-Yekke Downyonder - Thu May 14 16:42:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. Again, my frequent question: Why don't you Google yourself? Here my 5 sec search result (which answers most of your questions): Answered by Heinz H - Thu May 14 11:15:33 2009 What are the differences between New Zealand and Australia?
Q. In 1901 when Australia became a federation, they asked New Zealand if they would like to be part of the federation, but New Zealand decided not to be part of the federation. What differences could there have been at this point, that was a reason not to join with australia? And what are the cultural differences now between the two? Asked by Mr_Curiosity - Thu Jul 15 12:55:34 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. - The Pennsylvania may well be saved from other hazards! Answered by The spirit of Historian - Sat Jul 17 21:49:16 2010 From Yahoo Answer Search: "New Zealand" New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean comprising two large islands (the North Island and the South Island) and numerous smaller islands. New Zealand is notable for its geographic isolation, being separated from Australia to the northwest by the Tasman Sea, some 2000 kilometres (1250 miles) across. The population is mostly of European imigrant descent, with the indigenous Māori being the largest minority. This theme article is a stub. You can help Wikiquote by expanding it.From Wikiquote under the GNU Free Documentation License.  hoopsworld.com Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:00:32 GMT+00:00 HoopsWorld Spain backed into second solely due to France's failure to defeat the Tall Blacks of New Zealand on the final day of group play. ...  herefordtimes.com Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:01:03 GMT+00:00 Hereford Times He comes away with a caution and one pitchside poet laureate - an unashamed '80s apologist - has a new muse. You are Gould... always be leaving your goal. ...  google.com Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:40:04 GMT+00:00 The Associated Press wellington, New Zealand Powerful 7.4 earthquake jolts New Zealand's South Island. No injuries or serious damage. From Google News Search: "New Zealand" From Yahoo Image Search: "New Zealand"  cootopia.com unknown Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:52:54 GM Latest news about christchurch . new zealand. , Published: , Length: 309 words. From Google Blog Search: "New Zealand"  espn.go.com Sat, 19 Jun 2010 20:46:43 PDT Dan Williams looks at how New Zealand prepares for their showdown with Italy. espn.go.com.  video.google.com Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:51:10 PDT Having crossed the pacific, next on the way was the land of Middle Earth, New Zealand. Despite the fact that it was midwinter and pretty wet ... video.google.com.  amazon.com Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:05:51 PST Globe Trekker: New Zealand 2: From rainforest to reef and glacier to volcano, Globe Trekkers Ian Wright and Zay Harding explore the four corners ... amazon.com. From Google Video Search: "New Zealand" See also:
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