1. New Zealand has a population of 4.4 million, even though its size is similar to that of the United Kingdom, where the population amounts to 63 million.
69% of New Zealanders are of European descent, 14.6% are indigenous Māori, 9.2% Asian and 6.9% non-Māori Pacific Islanders.

2. There are more people living in Auckland than in all of the South Island.

3. New Zealand has 3 official languages: English, Māori and New Zealand’s Sign Language.

4. Rugby is the national sport, and their national team is the All Blacks.

5. An ancient Māori war dance still present today is the haka, which represents unity and peace and is a display of a tribe’s pride and strength. The All Blacks perform it before a match, and it is also performed at important family events.

6. New Zealand’s national symbol is the Kiwi - A nocturnal flightless bird known for being fierce and highly territorial.

7. Temperatures in New Zealand are mostly mild, with colder temperatures further into the South. January and February are the warmest months of the year, whereas July is the coldest.

8. New Zealand has 2 national anthems – God Save the Queen and God Defend New Zealand.

9. The world’s steepest street, named Baldwin Street, is found in Dunedin, New Zealand.

10. New Zealand has a diverse marine life, where swimming with dolphins is a popular activity. It is also home to the world’s smallest dolphin species, the Hector’s Dolphin.

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