In this section you will find out everything you ever wanted to know about New Zealand – New Zealand is nestled in the South Pacific Ocean 1,600 kms (1,000 miles) from Australia. New Zealand has just over four million people, and every single New Zealander is either an immigrant or descended from one. New Zealand has majestic mountain ranges, sweeping plains, imposing native forests, crystal clear inland lakes, miles of golden sand beaches and numerous bays dotted around one of the longest coastlines in the world.
New Zealand is a very young country, with European settlement on a large scale only occurring over the last 150 years. English is the main written and spoken language in New Zealand. New Zealand is a modern parliamentary democracy based on the Westminster cabinet system. New Zealand’s Parliament is currently made up of 120 Members representing eight parties.
New Zealand enjoys a well deserved reputation as a liberal and tolerant society. People have enormous freedom, and immense growth opportunities. However, there are certain laws that are strictly enforced for citizens’ safety and health. |