Comments for Kiwi Stats http://www.kiwistats.com Bringing You New Zealand Statistics Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:03:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Comment on Facts about the earthquake in New Zealand? by Picola http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-facts/facts-about-the-earthquake-in-new-zealand/comment-page-1#comment-131 Picola Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:03:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-facts/facts-about-the-earthquake-in-new-zealand#comment-131 there have been 2 significant earthquakes in NZ and they were the napier earthquake in 1931 and the edgecumbe earthquake in 1987... the only information i could find on and earthquake in 1993 is this http://www.royalsociety.org.nz/Site/publish/Journals/nzjgg/1998/17.aspx this might be helpful too http://www.mtaspiring.school.nz/Tephra/ThewhereandwhenofNZearthquakes.html but basically i don't recall any major earthquake that caused any major damage to any part of the country in 1993 (however we do experience 200 earthquakes a year (thats news to me!) most are too small to be felt)<br><b>References : </b><br> there have been 2 significant earthquakes in NZ and they were the napier earthquake in 1931 and the edgecumbe earthquake in 1987… the only information i could find on and earthquake in 1993 is this
http://www.royalsociety.org.nz/Site/publish/Journals/nzjgg/1998/17.aspx

this might be helpful too http://www.mtaspiring.school.nz/Tephra/ThewhereandwhenofNZearthquakes.html
but basically i don’t recall any major earthquake that caused any major damage to any part of the country in 1993 (however we do experience 200 earthquakes a year (thats news to me!) most are too small to be felt)
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]]> Comment on New Zealand Information on the Alcohol Quota into New Zealand… by Chetak. http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-on-the-alcohol-quota-into-new-zealand/comment-page-1#comment-125 Chetak. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:46:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/what-is-the-alcohol-quota-that-can-be-brought-in-duty-free-to-new-zealand#comment-125 Cigarettes, Cigars, Tobacco 200 cigarettes, or 250 grams of tobacco, or 50 cigars, or a mixture of all three weighing not more than 250 grams. back to top Alcoholic Beverages 4.5 litres of wine or 4.5 litres of beer three bottles (or other containers) each containing not more than 1125ml of spirits, liqueur, or other spirituous beverages. Quantities imported in excess of the allowances, or that are housed in containers greater than the maximum stipulated bottle size, are liable for Customs charges. No guess work here, check link.<br><b>References : </b><br>http://www.customs.govt.nz/travellers/Arriving+in+New+Zealand/Allowances/Alcohol+and+Tobacco.htm Cigarettes, Cigars, Tobacco
200 cigarettes, or
250 grams of tobacco, or
50 cigars, or
a mixture of all three weighing not more than 250 grams.
back to top

Alcoholic Beverages
4.5 litres of wine or 4.5 litres of beer
three bottles (or other containers) each containing not more than 1125ml of spirits, liqueur, or other spirituous beverages.

Quantities imported in excess of the allowances, or that are housed in containers greater than the maximum stipulated bottle size, are liable for Customs charges.

No guess work here, check link.
References :
http://www.customs.govt.nz/travellers/Arriving+in+New+Zealand/Allowances/Alcohol+and+Tobacco.htm

]]> Comment on Facts about the earthquake in New Zealand? by quokka http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-facts/facts-about-the-earthquake-in-new-zealand/comment-page-1#comment-130 quokka Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:13:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-facts/facts-about-the-earthquake-in-new-zealand#comment-130 Reference Number: 2997237 NZDT: Mon, Nov 10 2008 5:19 am Magnitude: 3.3 Depth: 30 km Details: 20 km north-west of Castlepoint Reference Number: 2997005 NZDT: Sun, Nov 9 2008 5:44 pm Magnitude: 2.4 Depth: 5 km Details: Within 5 km of Rotorua Reference Number: 2996979 NZDT: Sun, Nov 9 2008 4:25 pm Magnitude: 5.0 Depth: 120 km Details: 40 km north-west of Te Anau Reference Number: 2996675 NZDT: Sun, Nov 9 2008 0:57 am Magnitude: 5.4 Depth: 200 km Details: 20 km west of Rotorua <br><b>References : </b><br>http://www.geonet.org.nz/earthquake/quakes/recent_quakes.html Reference Number: 2997237
NZDT: Mon, Nov 10 2008 5:19 am
Magnitude: 3.3
Depth: 30 km
Details: 20 km north-west of Castlepoint

Reference Number: 2997005
NZDT: Sun, Nov 9 2008 5:44 pm
Magnitude: 2.4
Depth: 5 km
Details: Within 5 km of Rotorua

Reference Number: 2996979
NZDT: Sun, Nov 9 2008 4:25 pm
Magnitude: 5.0
Depth: 120 km
Details: 40 km north-west of Te Anau

Reference Number: 2996675
NZDT: Sun, Nov 9 2008 0:57 am
Magnitude: 5.4
Depth: 200 km
Details: 20 km west of Rotorua

References :
http://www.geonet.org.nz/earthquake/quakes/recent_quakes.html

]]> Comment on New Zealand Information on the Alcohol Quota into New Zealand… by *iamfroggyhearmeroar* http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-on-the-alcohol-quota-into-new-zealand/comment-page-1#comment-124 *iamfroggyhearmeroar* Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:11:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/what-is-the-alcohol-quota-that-can-be-brought-in-duty-free-to-new-zealand#comment-124 The New Zealand Customs allowances specify: A traveller may import the following quantities of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages free of Customs charges, if: (i) The goods accompany them through the Customs arrival process; and (ii) The goods are not being carried on behalf of any other person or persons; and (iii) The goods are not intended for sale or exchange Cigarettes, cigars, tobacco 200 cigarettes, or 250 grams of tobacco, or 50 cigars, or A mixture of all three weighing not more than 250 grams. Alcoholic beverages Up to six bottles (4.5 litres) of wine, port or sherry Up to twelve cans (4.5 litres) of beer Three bottles (or other containers) each containing not more than 1125ml of spirits, liqueur, or other spirituous beverages. More information is available on the New Zealand Customs site at www.customs.govt.nz or phone +64 9 275 9059. Have fun :)<br><b>References : </b><br>http://www.auckland-airport.co.nz/ShopDineAndRelax/InternationalTerminal/Taxanddutyfreeshopping/DutyFreeAllowances.aspx The New Zealand Customs allowances specify:
A traveller may import the following quantities of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages free of Customs charges, if:

(i) The goods accompany them through the Customs arrival process; and
(ii) The goods are not being carried on behalf of any other person or persons; and
(iii) The goods are not intended for sale or exchange
Cigarettes, cigars, tobacco 200 cigarettes, or
250 grams of tobacco, or
50 cigars, or
A mixture of all three weighing not more than 250 grams.

Alcoholic beverages
Up to six bottles (4.5 litres) of wine, port or sherry
Up to twelve cans (4.5 litres) of beer
Three bottles (or other containers) each containing not more than 1125ml of spirits, liqueur, or other spirituous beverages.

More information is available on the New Zealand Customs site at http://www.customs.govt.nz or phone +64 9 275 9059.

Have fun :)
References :
http://www.auckland-airport.co.nz/ShopDineAndRelax/InternationalTerminal/Taxanddutyfreeshopping/DutyFreeAllowances.aspx

]]> Comment on New Zealand Facts – Is there a postal code for sending a letter to New Zealand/Auckland? by johno http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-facts/new-zealand-facts-is-there-a-postal-code-for-sending-a-letter-to-new-zealandauckland/comment-page-1#comment-141 johno Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:46:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-facts/is-there-a-postal-code-for-sending-a-letter-to-new-zealandauckland#comment-141 Hi Yes New Zealand has postal codes and has done for some time. However, they have not been used to any great extent. Recently, the post office overhauled the whole system and introduced a far more comprehensive set of postal codes. They are actively encouraging their usage so that they can make the whole delivery system more efficient. Don't worry about not putting a postal code on your card/letter. As long as the address is accurate it will be delivered without the code. There is a website where you can get the correct code if you really want it. It is: http://www.nzpost.co.nz/Cultures/en-NZ/OnlineTools/PostCodeFinder/<br><b>References : </b><br> Hi

Yes New Zealand has postal codes and has done for some time. However, they have not been used to any great extent. Recently, the post office overhauled the whole system and introduced a far more comprehensive set of postal codes. They are actively encouraging their usage so that they can make the whole delivery system more efficient. Don’t worry about not putting a postal code on your card/letter. As long as the address is accurate it will be delivered without the code. There is a website where you can get the correct code if you really want it. It is:

http://www.nzpost.co.nz/Cultures/en-NZ/OnlineTools/PostCodeFinder/
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]]> Comment on New Zealand Information – What is the difference between New Zealand and United States school education? by Princesspea http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-what-is-the-difference-between-new-zealand-and-united-states-school-education/comment-page-1#comment-120 Princesspea Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:46:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/what-is-the-difference-between-new-zealand-and-united-states-school-education#comment-120 One main difference is the funding of education. There are all sorts of differences but to help you along you should look at the decile system used in NZ. This, loosely, translates to the socioeconomic level of the parents and the community the school is in. Put simply, a low income/decile school is likely to need extra help and funding so, in theory, the government provides extra financial support to those schools. That is a very simple explanation and not very technical though. Funding comes from the Government, not through property taxes. Otherwise, i will let someone else answer about the education system - i better get back to work!<br><b>References : </b><br> One main difference is the funding of education.

There are all sorts of differences but to help you along you should look at the decile system used in NZ. This, loosely, translates to the socioeconomic level of the parents and the community the school is in. Put simply, a low income/decile school is likely to need extra help and funding so, in theory, the government provides extra financial support to those schools. That is a very simple explanation and not very technical though. Funding comes from the Government, not through property taxes.

Otherwise, i will let someone else answer about the education system – i better get back to work!
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]]> Comment on New Zealand Information on the Alcohol Quota into New Zealand… by Bell http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-on-the-alcohol-quota-into-new-zealand/comment-page-1#comment-123 Bell Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:29:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/what-is-the-alcohol-quota-that-can-be-brought-in-duty-free-to-new-zealand#comment-123 I think its 2 bottle of spirits and 2 bottles of wine, but sorry I can't remember. If you google NZ tourism-duty free you should be able to find out. Its pretty cold in August (it is our coldest month of the year) so don't forget to bring warm clothing.<br><b>References : </b><br> I think its 2 bottle of spirits and 2 bottles of wine, but sorry I can’t remember. If you google NZ tourism-duty free you should be able to find out. Its pretty cold in August (it is our coldest month of the year) so don’t forget to bring warm clothing.
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]]> Comment on New Zealand Information – What is the difference between New Zealand and United States school education? by TR1PPY http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-what-is-the-difference-between-new-zealand-and-united-states-school-education/comment-page-1#comment-119 TR1PPY Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:24:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/what-is-the-difference-between-new-zealand-and-united-states-school-education#comment-119 New Zealand education is a lot better, there are good teachers everywhere even in crap schools, schools help families financially, it's cheaper, and we have some of the best universities in the world eg. Auckland University is in the top 1% of the world.<br><b>References : </b><br> New Zealand education is a lot better, there are good teachers everywhere even in crap schools, schools help families financially, it’s cheaper, and we have some of the best universities in the world eg. Auckland University is in the top 1% of the world.
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]]> Comment on New Zealand Information – New Zealand Laws information… by Josephine B http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-new-zealand-laws-information/comment-page-1#comment-114 Josephine B Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:19:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/which-sites-can-i-browse-to-get-information-on-new-zealand-laws#comment-114 Hi there. These sites may be helpful... http://www.justice.govt.nz/pubs/ or http://www.lawaccess.lsa.govt.nz/default2.aspx Good luck!<br><b>References : </b><br>NZ citizen, used to work for the Ministry of Justice Hi there. These sites may be helpful…

http://www.justice.govt.nz/pubs/
or http://www.lawaccess.lsa.govt.nz/default2.aspx

Good luck!
References :
NZ citizen, used to work for the Ministry of Justice

]]> Comment on New Zealand Information on Finding New Zealanders… by b34r.girl http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/new-zealand-information-on-finding-new-zealanders/comment-page-1#comment-127 b34r.girl Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:16:59 +0000 http://www.kiwistats.com/new-zealand-information/how-do-i-find-information-about-finding-my-brothersisters-new-zealand#comment-127 If you know where they have worked you could try www.oldfriends.co.nz Otherwise you could try the Electoral Roles if they are over 18 years of age.<br><b>References : </b><br> If you know where they have worked you could try http://www.oldfriends.co.nz

Otherwise you could try the Electoral Roles if they are over 18 years of age.
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