About Northland
Culture & History
Maps of Northland
Climate
Nature & Environment
Economy
Arts
Population & People

Birthplace of a nation

Northland is the Birthplace of a Nation. From the arrival of the first canoes on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour, to the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in the Bay of Islands.

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Northland Visitor Guide

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Rich in culture and history and blessed with a pristine natural environment, no visit to New Zealand is complete without a visit to Northland. Learn about the arrival of the first maori canoes to New Zealand and the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Northlanders today live, work and thrive in an environment which is the envy of those inhabitants of big cities and a more bustling lifestyle.

Culture & History

In Maori legend, the North Island of New Zealand is actually the world's largest fish.

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People & Population

Northland was home to some of New Zealand's first human inhabitants.

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Climate

Northland enjoys a subtropical climate. A typical summer has long spells of sunshine and warm balmy evenings.

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Nature & Environment

From its ancient Kauri forests to the hundreds of kilometres of stunning coastline, Northland remains completely unspoilt. The region is a paradise for nature lovers.

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Economy

Northland offers a sublime combination of lifestyle and workstyle, with its pleasant climate, natural resources, and growing economy.

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Arts

Explore the creative depth of Northland. Its stunning beauty proves to be an inspiration for many local artists.

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Map of Northland

Take a closer look at Northland with our detailed interactive map of Northland.

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