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Discover the world. Check out the facts and figures about any country you want.

The World Factbook

The World Factbook presents facts about the geography, people, governments, economies, communication systems and military organisations of countries around the world.

Country at a glance

Select any country to find information including its flag, latitude and longitude, total area, total population, population density, capital city, languages, and largest city.

New Zealand map

The New Zealand Map provides detailed maps showing locations of towns and cities within New Zealand.

Blank maps

Print these blank outline maps of the countries and continents of the world to help with your research. Check out the information about each country and the links to relevant websites.

Charting the Pacific: places

Charting the Pacific has information on the 28 Pacific nations. Find out about health, education, population, politics, the economy, and the environment.

Maori Language Commission resources: place names

Place names shows common Maori place names on a map of New Zealand. Includes a link to a more detailed list.

Rohe Iwi O Aotearoa (PDF)

Rohe Iwi O Aotearoa (PDF 587KB) has a map showing the geographic boundaries of iwi throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.

Quikmaps

Use Quikmaps to add your own labels and symbols to a Google map, and then print or save it.

Astronomy in your hands

Learn to find stars at night by using a star wheel on a chart or computer.

Kōrero Māori

Click on each place name to hear it spoken in Māori.

Māori tribes (PDF)

This map shows the Māori tribes (PDF, 176KB) (iwi and runanga) for each region of the North and South Islands in New Zealand.

Google Maps

Use Google maps to explore and find places. Create your own map and add place names.

Google Earth

Use Google earth to explore the world. ‘Zoom in’ on places of interest and see what mountains, rivers, and cities look like from an aerial view.