New Zealand/Aotearoa has more Pipe Bands per capita than anywhere else on earth (including Scotland).

The New Zealand flag was introduced in 1869 and officially adopted in 1902. The British blue ensign reflects the country's colonial heritage, while the emblem of the constellation of the Southern Cross reflects its geographic location.

New Zealand has two different Anthems "god save the queen" and "god defend New Zealand".

Wellington is the capital city.

The longest place name still in use is Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu, which is a name of a hill.

New Zealand is the only country which has every climate in the world