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About New Zealand

The world is fast discovering New Zealand - a land of rare natural beauty whose people are warm and friendly and fiercely proud of their lifestyle in a paradise far removed from international crises and political turmoil. Located in the Pacific Ocean some 1200 miles south-east of Australia, New Zealand is consistently rated among the top 10 countries in the world in terms of "quality of life". The population is 4 million, of which more than one million live in the biggest city, Auckland. A strong and stable economy revolves around farming, horticulture, forestry, fishing and tourism. Increasing numbers of foreigners are investing in residential and commercial property, many of them through First National Real Estate offices, and each year more and more overseas tourists come visiting. More than anything, New Zealanders know how to enjoy themselves. They get out and about and enjoy a wide variety of outdoor recreations, as well as the finer side of life such as internationally-acclaimed wines and fine dining in world-class restaurants. More than anything, New Zealanders know how to enjoy themselves. They get out and about and enjoy a wide variety of outdoor recreations, as well as the finer side of life such as internationally-acclaimed wines and fine dining in world-class restaurants.