New Zealand
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Capital
Wellington
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Local time
21:42
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Population
4.85 m
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+64
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Currency
$ NZD (dollar)
New Zealand
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Capital
Wellington
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Local time
21:42
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Population
4.85 m
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+64
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Currency
$ NZD (dollar)
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Average Salary
$ 3 220
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Petrol price
€ 1.71 pl
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Precipitation
1 732mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
268 680 km2
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Protected Area
33%
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Forest Area
39%
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Agricultural area
42%
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Railways
4029km
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Annual air passengers
15.24 m
Population
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Ethnicity
European - 69 %
Maori - 7 %
Pacific Islander - 4 %
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Religion
Anglican - 15 %
Roman Catholic - 12 %
Presbyterian - 11 %
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Languages
English
Maori
Samoan
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Armed Forces
8 950
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Alcohol consumption
11.2 l/person
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Diabetes
7.3%
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Tuberculosis
7 per 100k
Economy
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Industries
food processing, wood and paper products, textiles, machinery, transportation equipment, banking and insurance, tourism, mining
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Agriculture
dairy products, lamb and mutton, wheat, barley, potatoes, pulses, fruits, vegetables, wool
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Natural Resources
natural gas, iron ore, sand, coal, timber, hydropower, gold, limestone
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Energy Import
17%
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Natural Resources
natural gas, iron ore, sand, coal, timber, hydropower, gold, limestone
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Renewable Energy
30%
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CO2 Emissions
34 664kt
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Ease of Business
1 (Best=1, Worst=200)
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ATMs per 100k people
69
What not to do when visiting New Zealand
New Zealand Don't eat food until it has been blessed in Maori, if eating with Maori.
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New Zealand Don't ever make jokes about rugby, the lord of the rings or the Queen of the United Kingdom - New Zealanders take these things seriously.
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New Zealand Don’t forget to shake hands with a smile when greeting. The first name is typically used after the introduction.
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Did you know?
New Zealand has made an estimated 200 million dollars as a result of ‘The Lord of the Rings’. To manage the money and the incoming tourists, a ‘Lord of the Rings Minister’ has been introduced.
New Zealand Don't overstay your visit at someone's home.
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New Zealand Don't wrap your gifts in red if receiver is Maori - red is the taboo colour for Maori.
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New Zealand Don't mix up Aussies and Kiwis - you will definitely be corrected.
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New Zealand Don't smoke - smoking is banned in pubs, restaurants as well as on public transport or in public buildings.
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New Zealand Don't touch head and hair of others, especially of a chief or to touch a mans head - it might be considered as weird.
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Did you know?
There are 70 million sheep in New Zealand (with 4 million people).
New Zealand Don't make the "V" hand gesture for victory sign.
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New Zealand Don't forget to bring your own beer (B.Y.O.) if invited to a barbecue - you may also be invited to bring your own meat or a salad.
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New Zealand Don't be late for an appointment, nor to make promises which you cant keep or make exaggerated claims.
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New Zealand Don't rest your elbows on the table. Put your fork and knife parallel on the plate with the handles facing to the right when you are done eating.
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New Zealand Don't fear to use the word "kiwi" - it's not an offensive name when referring to New Zealanders. They will call themselves kiwis, too.
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Did you know?
New Zealand's first hospital was opened in 1843.
New Zealand Don't forget to open your gift upon receipt. Give flowers, chocolate, liquor, or a book about your home country.
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New Zealand Don't get sunburnt. Thanks to the hole in the ozone layer, the burn time in New Zealand is about 7-10 minutes in the summer.
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New Zealand Don't tip - it's not customary in New Zealand. However, do tip if the services are outstanding.
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New Zealand Don’t be worried about using the first names - locals don’t stand on ceremony, and they usually move to a first name basis quickly.
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New Zealand Don't stand in the middle of the road and hold up traffic when taking pictures, watch out for cars.
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Did you know?
The oldest exposed surface on Earth is New Zealand's south island.
New Zealand Don't be surprised if you see a lot of barefoot people.
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New Zealand Don't be surprised by riding in the front seat in taxis - it's common especially for men.
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New Zealand Don't f orget to dress conservatively and formally for business occasions. Dark suits with a conservative tie and white shirt for men. Suits, dresses, or skirts and blouses for women. Wear casual attire for informal occasions.
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