Aotearoa New Zealand has two main islands and is flanked by more than 60 small

islands within 50 kilometres of the mainland's coast.  The North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui)

has a population of 3,997,300, that represents circa 77% of New Zealand's population.
 

It is also home to a number of cities, including Auckland, the largest

economy in the country and home to over 1.4 million people, and

Wellington, the capital of Aotearoa/New Zealand and home to over
400,000 people. 
 

The North Island contributes $303,033 million to Aotearoa's /

New Zealand's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), that represents over 78%

of the national GDP.

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Major hubs in the North Island

The North Island also boasts many of New Zealand's 34 ports, including Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Napier and Whangarei.  And is serviced by three international airports and 17 domestic airports.

The "Golden Triangle" formed by Hamilton, Auckland and Tauranga, along with the unique multi modal distribution hub in the lower North Island consisting of rail, road, air, and sea connections, provides easy access to both the Australian and Asian markets, especially so to China with whom New Zealand has a free trade agreement. 

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Each of the regions in the North Island have a unique offering, culture, infrastructure, industry, landscape and economy.  But all of the North Island boasts a backdrop of unmatched coastal and rural landscapes and diverse wildlife.  The regions are supported by quality schools and five top universities and often enjoy a lower cost of living than can be found in the larger cities.   

Explore the regions of the North Island below, but before you start your journey watch the video below featuring the beauty of the North Island.