Situated in the southern part of the Pacific Ocean, New Zealand is made up of two main islands, roughly the same size as Japan, California or Great Britain. Our cities, scenery, and cultures are vibrant and diverse.
New Zealand has 4.3 million people who are mostly of European descent. Indigenous Maori make up around 14% of the population.
New Zealand at a glance:
- English speaking, western-style democracy
- population 4.3 million
- safe environment
- internationally recognised high standard of education
- multi-cultural society
- clean, green, diverse countryside
- healthy climate
- many sporting, cultural and recreational activities available to everybody.
Auckland
In the Maori language, Auckland is known as Tamaki Makau Rau, the city of 100 lovers. It earned this name because it was a place desired by all and conquered by many.
Auckland is home to a multi-cultural community of 1.3 million people, including Pacific, Asian, Indian African, Maori, Middle Eastern and European cultures.
The Auckland cityscape includes fabulous boutique shopping, museums and art galleries, numerous cafes and restaurants, and dance and nightclubs that are world-class.
Getting out and about is easy – Auckland is within a day’s travel of beaches, wilderness, ski fields, volcanoes, countryside, islands and mountains.
Finding the right balance between quality education and a warm and welcoming environment is as easy as finding Auckland. Every year more than 40,000 international students take advantage of Auckland’s world class institutions and enjoy our energising way of life.
New Zealand’s British based education system is internationally recognised. Qualifications in the secondary school, vocational education and university sectors are linked in a national framework, so you can advance from one level to the next.
Auckland has a temperate climate with warm, dry summers
Spring: September to November 15 – 20 °C Spring flowers blossom everywhere
Summer: November to March 20 – 28 °C A great time for swimming and relaxing at the beach.
Autumn: March to May 16 – 20 °C The leaves on the trees turn orange and gold
Winter : June to September 6 – 15 °C Snow skiing is just four hours away from the city
Useful Links
Official online guide to Auckland, including information on accommodation, attractions, nightlife and more: www.aucklandnz.com
More information on Auckland: http://www.aucklandlive.co.nz
Government services: http://www.govt.nz/