Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Government begins reparations for land confiscated in the Land Wars, and confirms Maori fish-
ing rights in the 'Sealord deal. Major settlements of historical confiscation follow.
1995
Peter Blake and Russell Coutts win the Americas Cup for NZ, sailing Black Magic;red socks be-
come a matter of national pride.
2004
Maori TV begins broadcasting - for the first time, a channel committed to NZ content and the
revitalisation of Maori language and culture hits the small screen.
2010
A cave-in at Pike River coalmine on the South Island's West Coast kills 29 miners.
2011
A severe earthquake strikes Christchurch, killing 185 people and badly damaging the central
business district. NZ hosts (and wins!) the Rugby World Cup.
2013
New Zealand becomes one of 15 countries in the world to legally recognise same-sex marriage.
