WALA : Interesting facts about New Zealand
What was the name of the ship that Captain Cook sailed to NZ? HM Bark Endeavour
When was the Treaty of Waitangi signed? 6 February 1840
What is Waitomo famous for? It’s known for its extensive underground cave systems. Thousands of glow-worms light up the Glowworm Caves.
Which sport do the Silver Ferns play? Netball
What is a Katipo? The katipล is an endangered species of spider native to New Zealand.
On which day do we commemorate ANZAC day? 25 april
Name the New Zealander who was the first person to climb Mt Everest. Edmund Hillary
Aotearoa means? New Zealand. The literal translation of Aotearoa is "land of the long white cloud".
Tane Mahuta is the largest specimen of what NZ tree? Kauri tree
What is a Maori waka? the waka is a powerful symbol of culture and heritage. Often large waka were ornately carved, visually retelling histories and stories important to the particular iwi / tribe making the waka.
What is the name given to Wellington’s unusually shaped Parliament building? The Beehive
What is the name given to a traditional Maori tattoo? Ta moko
Name the bird depicted on a $2.00 coin. The bird on the $2.00 coin is a Kotuku
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