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English and Maori are the two official languages of New Zealand. There are numerous Maori words that New Zealanders now use in their everyday speech, including Hongi – pressing of noses used in formal Maori welcome ceremonies.

Information for your first few days

There are many things that’ll be different for you when you first arrive in New Zealand. So to help you settle in, we’ve included a few hints on some important topics.

Page Last Updated: 26 Sep 2005

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