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| January - July: |
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0930 - 1800 |
| Fri: |
0930 - 1700 |
| Sat: |
0930 - 1330 |
| August - December: |
| Mon - Fri: |
0930 - 1700 |
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| Closed on Bank Holidays & Easter Saturday. |
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Clothing
New Zealanders enjoy a relaxed and casual lifestyle, which is reflected in their style and dress. For visitors on a summer touring holiday between December and February, comfortable casual summer clothing is fine. Even in summer you should bring a light sweater, a jacket and rainwear, particularly for the South Island. For activity holidays special clothing and equipment may be needed and you will be advised of this. Outside of the summer season you will need warmer clothing, similar to what you would wear in the UK. |
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Health Matters
No vaccinations are required for entering New Zealand unless you are travelling via an infected area. Biting insects can be annoying in parts of the country, particularly by rivers and lakes in wilderness areas of the South Island, but they are not dangerous. There are no snakes and only one very rare poisonous spider. It is advisable not to drink untreated water from lakes and streams in New Zealand but tap water is perfectly safe.
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Goods & Service Tax
This is applicable to all purchases and services in New Zealand and is currently 12.5%. Any arrangements you book and pay for in advance through Discover New Zealand already include GST (unless otherwise indicated).
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Electricity
220/240 volts AC is the standard. Most plugs are 3-pin but British appliances need an adaptor.
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Government
New Zealand is an independent, sovereign state and a member of the Commonwealth. The government is based on the British parliamentary system. A Governor General represents Queen Elizabeth II, who is head of state.
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Language
Both English and Maori are official languages of New Zealand. |
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