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Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)

Charles Upham was a New Zealand soldier who fought in World War II in Europe and North Africa. He received many awards for bravery, and was the only fighting...

Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)

Hōne Heke (Hōne Wiremu Heke Pōkai) was a Māori leader from the Ngāpuhi iwi, born in the early 1800s in the far north of New Zealand Aotearoa. He was known fo...

Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)

This entry focuses on New Zealand disasters like shipwrecks, mining disasters and transport disasters. These disasters are often referred to as accidents and...

Regional Resources

There are many places that are significant to Rotorua including lakes, geothermal wonders, mountains, pā settlements, and more.

Regional Resources

This entry explores changes made by settlers to Aotearoa's natural environment, their naming of places and features, and efforts to conserve and restore its ...

Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)

ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. It came about in 1914 during World War One when the Australian Army and the New Zealand Army formed t...

Regional Resources

This entry will help you find information about the history behind Auckland's economic progress and independence, and the factors that impacted it.

Junior Secondary (Years 7 - 10)

World War One was a major global conflict that took place in the years 1914-1918. It involved 28 countries and although it was fought mainly in Europe, fight...

Regional Resources

Waikato, known for its rich, fertile farmland, was the scene of significant battles during the Land Wars of the mid-19th century. Find out how to explore the...

Junior Primary (Years 1 - 4)

Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi was a treaty signed by British leaders and Māori chiefs. It was signed on 6 February 1840 at Waitangi.