New Zealand

New Zealand is a nation-state composed of a group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean on Earth.

New Zealand is covered by rain forests similar to the forests found on the planet Dakala. New Zealand's largest mountain, Mount Cook, was located near the west coast of New Zealand's South Island, adjacent to the city of Christchurch, which was located on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island.

The islands of New Zealand, located to the west of Australia, remain as important wilderness preserves. Although inhabited, both by native Maori tribesmen who live a more or less traditional lifestyle and by people descended from Europeans (most of whom reside in the delightful cities of Wellington, Christchurch, and Auckland), the vast majority of the islands have been preserved as nature reservations.

Most areas are open to exploration; hiking in these parks has been a favorite vacation of many Starfleet Academy cadets. They also offer the opportunity to observe many Earth fauna, including once-extinct species, in their native environments. Visitors seeking more active exercise can try mountain climbing and cliff-diving.

During the 24th century, New Zealand was the site of the Pennington School. A Federation Penal Settlement is located on the southern tip of South Island, outside Winton, known as the New Zealand Rehabilitation Colony. Access to this area is restricted.

Reference(s)

• Isaacs, Ross A., et al. A Cadet's Guide to Sector 001, New York: Last Unicorn Games, 1999.