New Zealand[a] is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It consists of two main landmasses—the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui) and the South Island (Te Waipounamu)—and …

6 days ago · New Zealand, island country in the South Pacific Ocean, the southwesternmost part of Polynesia. The country comprises two main islands—the North and South islands—and a …

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3 days ago · New Zealand is located in the South Pacific, some 1,200 miles southeast of Australia. The country consists of two main islands and a number of smaller islands. The main …

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Dec 26, 2025 · New Zealand (Māori: Aotearoa) is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: jagged mountains, rolling pasture land, steep …

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