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New Zealand’s feral pig population descended from pigs brought out on colonial ships in the late 1700s. They are now well established across about roughly a third of the country, including the capital, Wellington. Photograph: Geoff Marshall/Alamy New Zealand’s feral pig population descended from pigs brought out on colonial ships in the late 1700s. They are now well established across about roughly a third of the country, including the capital, Wellington. Photograph: Geoff Marshall/Alamy Marauding feral pigs have blighted a central suburb in New Zealand’s capital, killing kid goats at an urban farm, intimidating dogs and turning up in residents’ gardens. The owners of a goat milk farm in the hills of the suburb of Brooklyn, 10 minutes from the centre of Wellington, has lost about 60 kid goats to pigs in the past few months. Often, all that is left of them are gnawed bone fragments and parts of the hooves or head. Read more Wellington City Council has confirmed that the feral pig population in the suburb of Brooklyn – which backs on to farmland and re-generating bush with walking tracks – has been expanding and causing problems for locals. New Zealand’s feral pig population descended from pigs brought out on colonial ships in the late 1700s. They are now well established across about roughly a third of the country and are known to damage native ecosystems and pastures, kill newborn animals such as lambs and carry bovine tuberculosis. A boar killed on a goat farm in Welling...

A capital city needed to be decided on, and immediately after the signing of the Herald to explore the Waitematā; they arrived there two days later. Mathew, who was Surveyor General, was then instructed to report on possible locations for a capital in the Bay of Islands. His initial recommendation was for Kororareka, but there were conflicting land claims and Hobson refused to accept this recommendation as he felt that he had insufficient authority to overcome those legal problems. Hobson changed its name from Okiato to Russell, in honour of the Secretary of State for the Colonies, Kororareka was part of the Port of Russell and gradually became known as Russell also. In January 1844 Governor The Penguin History of New Zealand—his most notable work and the most commonly-read New Zealand history book—incorrectly names Kororareka as the country's first capital. Auckland [ ] There is no doubt that Hobson regarded Russell as a temporary capital only. Once Hobson had regained some health, he went south to check Mathew's recommendations. On 6 July, he visited Panmure and immediately dismissed it over the difficult access by water. Hobson also admitted that his favoured location was impractical. After the party watched a sunset and were impressed by a "lovely aspect of the shore further down the harbour in the golden glow of the late afternoon", they went ashore there the following day. They agreed that the place held great promise for a future capital; it is believed that they la...

Much of the city is built on land reclaimed from the bay. Notable institutions include the Parliament buildings (among them the distinctive “Beehive” building), the National Library, the City Gallery Wellington (housing Royal New Zealand Ballet and the National Symphony Orchestra. Pop. (2006) city, 178,671; urban agglom., 397,974; (2012 est.) city, 201,300; urban agglom., 395,600. This article was most recently revised and updated by

With national parks, stunning coastlines, mountains, lakes and glaciers, there are just too many natural landmarks in New Zealand to choose. Whether you’re a hiker, surfer or a kayaker, New Zealand has landscapes you’ll love. From the spectacular natural beauty of Mount Cook to the ethereal beauty of Milford Sound, New Zealand’s natural landmarks are precious treasures. Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 20 Incredible New Zealand Landmarks Natural Landmarks in New Zealand 1- Mount Cook Holding the title as the tallest mountain in New Zealand, Aoraki/Mount Cook is an awe-inspiring natural landmark. Located in the Canterbury region, approximately 300 km southwest of Christchurch, Mount Cook is a special landmark for the Maori people and showcases the Kiwi spirit of adventure. Towering over glaciers, icebergs and turquoise lakes, Mount Cook is a spectacular place for hiking and adventuring. From the famous Hooker Valley Trail to the Tasman Glacier view track, there is a fantastic range of walks that vary in length and difficulty. So whether you want to take in the natural beauty of New Zealand, or explore the alpine mountain ranges, Mount Cook is the ideal landmark to visit. 2- Tongariro Alpine Crossing One of New Zealand’s most popular hiking treks, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is an incredibly scenic natural landmark. Part of the Tongariro National Park – New Zealand’s oldest national park and a dual World Heritage Site, this amazing destination is rich...

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