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New Zealand Life


People
Approximately 3/4 of New Zealand's population is of European (mainly British) descent. Around 10 percent are Maori, of Polynesian origin and are the indigenous people of New Zealand. The rest of the population are from Asian ethnic groups.

Language
The official language is English. The Maori also have their own language, and it is also known as Maori.


Religion
The majority are Christians while some have no religions. The rest of the population are Maori, who have their own believes.


 



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