One-day cricket

One-day cricket, sometimes called limited-overs cricket, began in the 1960s. Each team has one innings.

Part of story: Cricket

New Zealand’s number one hazard

Floods are the most frequent natural disasters in New Zealand – between 1968 and 2017, the country experienced more than 80 damaging floods.

Part of story: Floods

Sculpture and installation art

Once overshadowed by painting, sculpture has high status as an art form in 21st-century New Zealand. Sculptures are displayed not just in galleries, but are often found outdoors, making them accessible to all.

Part of story: Sculpture and installation art

Children’s and young adult literature

From picture books to novels to non-fiction, New Zealand literature for young people is diverse and original, with authors often working across several genres.

Part of story: Children’s and young adult literature

Postage stamps

From Queen Victoria’s head to pictorial landscapes, native birds and famous Kiwis – the country’s postage stamps provide mini representations of New Zealand culture.

Part of story: Postage stamps

Creation traditions

Part of story: Oneone – soils

Pages