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New Zealand

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July 4th 2008
Within 24 hours of arriving into New Zealand we were at a rugby match! The game was incredible! It was a very exciting match with the leader frequently alternating and the scores so close. There was loads of great action from the backs and a couple of incredible tries. In addition to the game there were mascotts and cheerleaders which added to the atmosphere and the celebration afterwards. ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more