Haere Mai Aotearoa - Welcome To New Zealand
Auckland - City of Sails
Often described as 'the world in miniature,' New Zealand's peaceful pastoralism is complemented by a startling variety of spectacular landscapes within a small area. Hot springs, geysers, rolling hills and magnificent beaches in the North Island contrast with the majestic glaciers, mountains and lakes of the South.
Dominating the urban scene, Auckland is the largest city and the commercial hub of New Zealand. With a population of about 1.5 million, Auckland enjoys an uncluttered lifestyle amidst parks and gardens on an isthmus enclosed by two picturesque harbours, earning it the title 'City of Sails'. An impressive variety of cultural and recreational activities are readily available for residents and visitors to participate in at a reasonable cost. New Zealanders enjoy a varied lifestyle and comfortable standard of living in an increasingly cosmopolitan society. They also demand high standards of a progressive education system. This ensures that tertiary institutions produce graduates whose expertise is well-recognised internationally.
