New Zealand Government

Wellington's waterfront from a bird's eye perspective at dusk.

The New Zealand government

In New Zealand, our system of government gives us many opportunities to participate in decision making and provides:

Political culture

Voting

View of the city and cable car from the top of the botanical garden

Types of government

Prime Minister

Central and Local Government

The central government is responsible for things like:

Local government website Explore New Zealand cities and towns

Parliament

The Māori concept of Manaakitanga – welcoming and looking after guests, with generosity and mutual respect – runs so deep in New Zealand that it’s enshrined in our education system.

Treaty of Waitangi

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Life & culture in NZ

Study experience