Other Airports in New Zealand

• Christchurch ( CHC )
• Dunedin ( DUD )
• Invercargill ( IVC )
• Kerikeri ( KKE )
• Napier-hastings ( NPE )
• Nelson ( NSN )
• New Plymouth ( NPL )
• Palmerston North ( PMR )
• Queenstown ( ZQN )
• Rotorua ( ROT )
• Taupo ( TUO )
• Tauranga ( TRG )
• Wanganui ( WAG )
• Wellington ( WLG )

Auckland is the largest metropolitan area in New Zealand, with a population of over one million in the greater urban area. It is located in the northern half of the North Island, on a narrow isthmus of land that joins the Northland peninsula to the rest of the North Island. Auckland is often known as the “City of Sails” for the large number of yachts that grace the Waitemata Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf. It could also be known as the “City of Volcanoes”. Much of its natural character comes from the fact that it is built on the Auckland Volcanic Field which consists of about 48 volcanoes. All of the volcanoes are individually extinct but the volcanic field as a whole is not. Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia. For some Polynesian island nations, there are more expatriates living in Auckland than in their homeland. Auckland’s rich Pacific cultural mix is celebrated at festivals and sporting matches. Auckland often rates well in quality-of-life polls; consistently rating in the top five.

Auckland is generally a fairly safe place to visit. Be vigilant as you would in any other cities in the world, and with a little bit of common sense you will be safe. Being part of a group is obviously safer than walking about alone, particularly for women. Try to stay in lit areas and avoid dark side streets. Consider carefully where you leave your car especially if you park it in daylight and will have to relocate it after nightfall. Theft from cars is a common problem in New Zealand, so don’t leave valuables in your vehicle, or at least make sure they’re hidden from sight.

The local emergency contact number is 111 for all Police, Fire and St John Ambulances, from a mobile phone, the numbers 111, 112, 911 and 999 will all work too. Friday and Saturday nights can be dangerous on the road due to the high rate of drink driving and “boy racer” culture. Excessive speed, poor vehicle maintenance and bad driving attitudes can result in fatal crashes and care should be exercised. Areas in central Auckland to be vigilant around.