their surroundings. Creation myths usually begin with the theme of birth; birth represents new life and a new beginning. Creation myths develop over the centuries through oral tradition‚ and are the most common form of myths found throughout human culture (Murtagh). The Maori are the aboriginal tribe that inhabits New Zealand. They are believed to have emigrated from the Polynesian Islands to New Zealand in the 500-year period between 800-1300 CE. Much evidence found suggests that the Maori share
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The Kakapo‚ also known as the owl parrot is native to New Zealand and is absolutely fascinating in many unique ways. It weighs on average‚ 8 pounds and is known as a flightless bird‚ traveling mainly along the forest floors. It is known for using a braking system called parachuting in lieu of flying‚ its large beak is perfect for climbing trees and its large wings are perfect for gliding from tree to tree. The Kakapo is largely nocturnal which lends to its nickname the owl parrot and uses its unique
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Animal testing in New Zealand Although there is no legal ban in New Zealand preventing cosmetic companies from testing their products or ingredients on animals they should really think twice before they start killing innocent animals. There are many‚ many ways which include testing on animals such as dogs‚ birds‚ deer‚ fish‚ cows‚ pigs‚ cats‚ mice‚ rats and rabbits. What these poor animals have to through is sad and beyond cruel. There are many tests carried out during cosmetics testing such
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growing multicultural society. This article has information about cultural safety. Cultural safety is a concept developed in the 1980s in New Zealand in response to the indigenous Maori people’s dissatisfaction with nursing service. This idea was ongoing debate when first introduced to academic communities and public health. Cultural safety was incorporated in New Zealand processes in 1990 and nursing school started testing student understanding of the term. It develops the idea of giving good care for
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James Cook was a high ranking officer that played a major part in exploration which founded the Hawaiian islands and was one of the best explorers in the world. He went on many great expeditions to the Pacific ocean‚ Antarctic‚ New Zealand‚ Bering Strait‚ Australia‚ North America‚ and a few parts of Canada. Born on October 27‚ 1728 during the Colonial period and Age of Enlightenment(DISCovering Biography). At a young age James Cook did not do much of exploring. His father was a farmer and a small
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Combating Future Employment Stability in New Zealand by Altering Working Weeks By Natalie Gwilliam If I could change one thing about the world of business and organisations‚ it would be to alter the generic 40 hour working week for New Zealanders. I would define this key strategic issue in two particular contexts; the first of which being how the generic working week is structured‚ and the second being the average amount of normal weekly hours a full time worker must work to maintain a livelihood
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business as a whole as yes‚ the sales have gone up but only for one store. This could mean that it is making the percentage increase look significantly larger than what it actually reflects. Hallensteins also runs a brand called Glassons in both New Zealand and Australia. Glassons NZ had a 3% decrease in sales due to a poor winter season and therefore lead to a decline in profit of 21.77%. Glassons AUS had an increase in sales of 6.45%. This may look good at a glance but it lead to a loss after tax
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CASE ANALYSIS 1 (Individual):(10%) DUE: 06/05/13 BEN OHAU LODGE | Nestled in the high country of New Zealand’s South Island is a getaway adventure playground aimed unashamedly at the world’s very wealthy. Presidents‚ playboys‚ and other such globe-trotters are the prime targets of this fledgling tourism business developed by Ben Ohau Lodge. The lodge offers this exclusive niche the opportunity of a secluded holiday in a little known-paradise. Guests‚ commonly under public scrutiny in their
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WHY I WISH TO BECOME AN ENGLISH TEACHER I wish to become an English teacher because English is my native language albeit with a New Zealand (Kiwi) accent and pronunciation and with the odd Maori word thrown in. I believe English to be the most common language used in the world and although it may not be the most common native language I believe it has become the default business language. The world is turning global with most of the borders and boundaries being merged into one very vibrant
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Film Critics Association Award‚ Most Promising Performer (Keisha Castle-Hughes) - 2004; Cinemanila International Film Festival‚ Special Jury Prize - 2003; Humanitas Prize‚ Sundance Film Category - 2003; Independent Spirit Award‚ Best Foreign Film (New Zealand) - 2004; Mexico City International Contemporary Film Festival and others. “Whale Rider”is a contemporary re-telling of the 1000-year-old legend about legendary first ancestor named Paikea. This film combines elements of history‚ traditions‚ depicting
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