New-Zealand
hour. Tandem skydives operate at Taupo, Nelson, Queenstown, Parakai, Bay of Islands and
Wanaka.
Caving & Rafting
Over recent years caving, black-water (underground) rafting and abseiling trips have enabled
thousands to explore the extensive cave systems that riddle both North and South Islands. The
best known of these is the Waitomo Caves region, but caving may also be enjoyed in the Bay
of Islands, on the West Coast of the South Island in the Paparoa National Park, and in the
Takaka Hill area in Golden Bay.
Politics of New Zealand
The politics of New Zealand take place in a framework of a parliamentary representative
democratic monarchy. The basic system is closely patterned on that of the Westminster
System, although a number of significant modifications have been made. The head of state is
Queen Elizabeth II, who is represented by the Governor-General and the head of government