Adaptation helps people and animals survive. Polar bears have adapted to living in the snow by growing white fur to make them harder to see. Cactus plants h...
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The culture of New Zealand is unique. It includes bits of history from various sections of society that go to make up New Zealand. You can see it in items li...
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World War Two took place from 1939 to 1945. Almost every country in the world was involved. It was the deadliest war ever, leaving millions dead and wounded....
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There were two Boer Wars, or Anglo-Boer Wars. The first Boer War of 1880-1881 has also been named the Transvaal Rebellion, as the Boers of the Transvaal revo...
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Chemistry (junior)
Chemistry is a branch of science and is the study of matter. It describes states of matter. There are three states of matter - solid, liquid and gas, and the...
Entry last updated: 10/07/25
Rocks & minerals
The Earth is made up of all different kinds of rocks and minerals, which are all part of the rock cycle. Have a look at this entry to find out more about the...
Entry last updated: 15/01/25![Image: Protesters on Hill Street, Wellington, marching during a demonstration against the 1981 Springbok tour (https://natlib.govt.nz/records/23242398) by [unknown]. Collection Alexander Turnbull Library, Ref: EP/1981/2884/11a-F.](https://images.ctfassets.net/q60gmaba8x5v/6BSpnGeCudpS9Neg0eYCEu/19e28d33d87204df24acaca561b25106/9_Protesters_on_Hill_Street__Wellington__marching_during_a_demonstration_against_the_1981_Springbok_tour__ATL_Ref___EP-1981-.png)
Events of Wellington
Lots of things have happened that have had an impact on Wellington. The following resources explore these events and can offer some different perspectives.
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
People of Wellington
Here are some sources you could look at if you'd like to find out about individual people or groups of people from Wellington.
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
Places of Wellington
There are many places that are significant to Wellington. Use the resources in this section to find out about their histories.
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
Events of Waikato
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...
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
Places of Waikato
Here are some sources you could look at if you'd like to find out about important historical places in Kirikiriroa | Hamilton and wider Waikato.
Entry last updated: 14/05/24![Princess Te Kirihaehae Te Puea Herangi (https://natlib.govt.nz/records/23249698) by by [unknown]. Collection: Alexander Turnbull Library, Ref: PAColl-5584-58](https://images.ctfassets.net/q60gmaba8x5v/6CW3vEA2ec2Sgu8yo5tuAN/65c4ca4e95f826847924407d3449af1c/Princess_Te_Kirihaehae_Te_Puea_Herangi.jpg)
People of Waikato
The Waikato is the fourth largest region by population in New Zealand. This page will recommend where you can go to find out the histories of its people.
Entry last updated: 18/06/24
Events of Tasman
Here are some sources you could look at if you'd like to find out about events from Tasman's histories.
Entry last updated: 14/05/24
Places of Tasman
The Tasman region has lots of wonderful places including geographical features, townships, buildings, and historical sites that can help you understand its h...
Entry last updated: 14/05/24