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NEW ZEALAND NEWS JANUARY 17, 2012
A terrible earthquake hit Wellington New
Zealand. Now one important economic area,
Canterbury will not contribute to country’s
growth for many months to come. It was
estimated to be around 5 billion dollars at that
time.
“For regions as vulnerable as ours, disaster
preparedness is no desktop exercise – it’s a
matter of survival,” Jim McLay, New
Zealand’s Permanent Representative to the
UN, told the general debate of the General
Assembly in New York. And it means
acknowledging and planning for security
implications, before they become threats
to regional and international security.”
With just over 4 million people living in New
Zealand, it's easy to find - or get away from -
the crowd. At the same time, cafe society
and cultural activities New Zealand has
produced some of the world's top opera
singers, musicians, writers, painters - all of
whom are easily accessible for your
enjoyment. New Zealand cuisine and regional
wineries are well-regarded internationally -
so you'll have plenty to tempt your taste
buds. N e w Z e a l a n d
(SSNZ) gives you a clear
point of contact in your new community,
helping you find the resources and
information you and your families need to
settle in comfortably.
P r e p a r e d n e s s
D a i l y L i f e
E c o n o m i c a l I m p a c t
Published by:
Wasieczko Publishing Department
2012