New Zealand isn't part of Australia primarily because its leaders chose independence during Australian Federation talks around 1900, citing significant distance, different economic ties (more to Britain), concerns about Australia's treatment of Indigenous peoples (Māori rights), and a desire for greater influence as a separate nation rather than a smaller Australian state, despite being mentioned in the Australian Constitution as a potential addition.
New Zealand is not part of the Australian continent because it sits on a distinct, mostly submerged continental fragment (Zealandia) and straddles an active tectonic plate boundary separate from the Australian continental block. The intervening deep Tasman Sea also prevents a continuous continental landmass connection.
New Zealand as an Australian state
One of the reasons that New Zealand chose not to join Australia was due to perceptions that the indigenous Māori population would suffer as a result.
About 15 million years ago. Erosion reduced much of Aotearoa's mountainous land to a low-lying, almost level plain. It was during this time that the split between Australia and New Zealand occurred. As the land of our continent sank, low-lying swampy areas developed.
The Constitution gives New Zealand the option to join Australia. Covering clause 6 of the Constitution states New Zealand may be admitted into Australia as a state. (Section 121 provides the rules on how new states would be admitted.)
Aboriginals of Australia. The Australian Aborigines and the New Zealand Máori are not related in modern origin. The Aborigines originated in Africa and migrated to Australia about 40,000 years ago. The Máori migrated to the New Zealand islands from Polynesia about 5,000 years ago.
Yes, roughly 80% (or around 78%) of New Zealand's land is considered uninhabited, not because it's truly barren, but due to challenging terrain like mountains, vast protected areas (National Parks), and large expanses of farmland managed by few people, causing most of the population to cluster along the coasts and in major cities like Auckland.
Arguably the most famous and surprising snake-free country is New Zealand. This South Pacific archipelago, formed millions of years ago through tectonic activity, remained geographically isolated, preventing the natural colonization of snakes.
New Zealanders can apply to become Australian citizens . From 1 July 2023, New Zealand citizens who have been living in Australia for four years or more will be eligible to apply directly for Australian citizenship.
Australia stands apart. It is now the only Commonwealth nation that does not have a treaty with its Indigenous peoples. It has never entered into negotiations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples about the taking of their lands or their place in the new nation.
It's generally cheaper to live in New Zealand for everyday consumer goods, groceries, and especially rent (outside major cities), but Australia often offers higher average wages, meaning your money might go further despite higher costs, particularly in cities like Sydney where rent is significantly higher than Auckland. The comparison heavily depends on location, as major Australian cities are much pricier for housing, while New Zealand has higher costs for specific items like dairy, though transport can be cheaper in NZ.
Oceania is generally considered a geographical region that includes the continent of Australia and thousands of Pacific islands, rather than a single continent itself, though some definitions treat it as a continent comprising the Australian landmass and surrounding islands, especially outside the English-speaking world. While Australia is the smallest continent by landmass, Oceania is defined more by the vast Pacific Ocean connecting its diverse landforms.
The Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement (TTTA) is an arrangement between Australia and New Zealand which allows for the free movement of citizens of one of these countries to the other.
Zealand (Danish: Sjælland [ˈɕeˌlænˀ]) is the largest and most populous island in Denmark proper (thus excluding Greenland and Disko Island, which are larger in size) at 7,031 km2 (2715 sq. mi.). Zealand had a population of 2,319,705 on 1 January 2020, comprising 40% of the country's population.
New Zealand's flag came first, officially adopted in 1902, while Australia's current flag was formally adopted later in 1954, although a version of the Australian flag was flown and won a competition in 1901, making it about a year older in practice but with NZ's formal adoption preceding Australia's final design. Both are British Blue Ensigns with the Southern Cross, but NZ's stars are red and Australia's are white with a Commonwealth Star.
Yes, the New Zealand dollar (NZD) has been stronger than the Australian dollar (AUD) at various times, particularly approaching and briefly hitting parity (NZD 1 = AUD 1) around 2014-2015 and even surpassing it, driven by factors like New Zealand's higher interest rates, strong commodity prices (dairy), and post-earthquake construction booms, though the AUD often strengthens due to Australia's larger mineral exports and different economic cycles.
What is the currency in New Zealand? If you're travelling to New Zealand, you'll need to exchange your Australian dollars (AUD) for New Zealand dollars (NZD) before you leave.
It is necessary to have your vehicle registered after arrival in New Zealand before being able to drive on the roads. To do this, you must provide a manufacturer's certificate of compliance for front impact and emission standards.
The small island nation of New Zealand in the southern hemisphere which has no native snakes in its land territory. It is a snake free nation. Reason for no such existence of snakes is quite pondering as its very near country Australia is a home of some of the most venomous snakes.
Feeding and diet
Spider wasps are often seen digging in soft sandy soil, dragging huntsman spiders along. Some species are known to bite off the legs of large hairy spiders, trimming them to make them easier to handle.
More than 80% of our plants, mammals, reptiles and frogs are unique to Australia and are found nowhere else in the world. Some of our Australian animals are very well known like kangaroos, dingos, wallabies and wombats and of course the koala, platypus and echidna.
Yes, NZ$70,000 is considered an average to decent salary in New Zealand, hitting the national average but falling short of "comfortable" in expensive cities like Auckland, especially for families; for a single person, it's generally enough to cover basic living costs and some savings, but luxuries like frequent dining out or big travel might be tight, especially in major cities.
92-day rule
You do not have to apply for a certificate of exemption from withholding tax if you come from a country that has a DTA with New Zealand and you're eligible for total New Zealand tax relief under that agreement. You must also be present in New Zealand for a total of 92 or fewer days in any 12-month period.
Freemans Bay was an Auckland slum, an inner-city address of infamy that authorities feared was a home to sickness, crime and unrest.