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Maori Language
Public-political system
List of cities in New Zealand

the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses (the North

Island and the South Island) and numerous smaller islands. Due to its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long isolation New Zealand developed a distinctive fauna dominated by birds, many of which became extinct after the arrival of humans and introduced mammals. With a mild maritime climate, the land was mostly covered in forest. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks owe much to the uplift of land and volcanic eruptions caused by the Pacific and Indo-Australian Plates clashing underfoot.

The Capital of New Zealand

Wellington is the capital city and third most populous urban area of New Zealand, although it is likely to have surpassed Christchurch due to the exodus following the Canterbury Earthquake. It is at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It is home to 389,700 residents.

Mount Cook is the highest mountain in New Zealand, reaching 3,754 metres.

is a defaced Blue Ensign with the Union Flag in

the canton, and four red stars with white borders to the right. The stars represent the constellation of Crux, the Southern Cross.

The coat of arms of New Zealand
- is the official symbol of New Zealand. The initial coat of arms was granted by King George V on the 26 August 1911, and the current version was granted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1956.

"God Defend New Zealand" is one of t|wo national anthems of New Zealand, the other being "God Save the Queen". Legally they have equal status, but "God Defend New Zealand" is more commonly used, and is popularly referred to as "the national anthem". The anthem has English and Māori lyrics, with slightly different meanings.

The National Symbols of New Zealand

of New Zealand about XI-XIV centuries, created the basis for

the formation of the original people and unique culture of Maori. The first meeting of Maori and Europeans occurred in 1642 when the Dutch ship navigator Abel Tasman came to the shores of New Zealand.

Its use became mandatory in the names of government departments

and agencies, and use it without restrictions was possible for employees and visitors of all public services in courts, in public hospitals, as well as in the armed forces. Learning basics of the
language Maori are
school curricula, and
institutions conducts
Many place names in




historically maintained
language.

required courses and
a number of educational
training in two languages.
New Zealand has




their roots in the Maori

Maori Language

constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy,
although its constitution is

not codified.

The Head of State

The powers of the Queen and the are limited by constitutional constraints and they cannot normally be exercised without the advice of Cabinet.

Governor-General

The interests of the monarch in the country representing the governor-general.
The main duty of th|e governor general is to represent the interests of the monarch, ceremonial duties and community activity.
Since August 2006 the post of governor general of New Zealand Anand Satyanand.

Parliament

Parliament of New Zealand consists of the monarch and the country's unicameral House of Representatives. Parliament is the supreme legislative body of the country.

House of Representatives

New Zealand House of Representatives consists of 120 members. From among its members the House of Representatives shall elect members of the Cabinet and prime minister.
House of Representatives is the highest elected legislative body.

The Executive Board

Executive Council - an advisory body to the Governor-General.

Ministry Cabinet

Cabinet is the executi||ve |body of the House of Represent|atives and the highest executive body of the country. Head of the Cabinet is the Prime Minister.

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Elizabeth II, Queen of New Zealand.

Anand Satyananda, Governor General of New Zealand.

John Key, Prime Minister of New Zealand.

local government and responsible for environmental issues and regional transportation

system. In addition, there are 74 territorial administration (16 city councils, 57 local councils and one island), in charge of roads and communications in the region, support system, exercising supervision and control in construction, etc.

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