political system, education and economy of Nz

Environmental Issues
Introduced animals have seriously affected native fauna and their habitat.(外来物种的生物入侵） New Zealander’s environmental awareness is reflected in legislation. In 1991, the Resource Management Act(资源管理法) came into effect. It was the first piece of environmental legislation of its kind in the world.
Local Government
• There are three levels of local government, and a ratepayer may deal with all three in everyday life. • Regional councils(地方民防) have an environmental overview and are responsible for resourse management. • Territorial authorities(土地局) are City Councils, District Councils and the Chatham Island Country Council. • Community boards(社区委员会) promote local community interests and may have other powers than the local government give them.

介绍新西兰的英语作文New Zealand, a picturesque island country nestled in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, diverse wildlife, and vibrant culture. In this essay, we will delve into the captivating essence of New Zealand, exploring its geography, culture, economy, and more.Geographically, New Zealand consists of two main islands, imaginatively named the North Island and the South Island, along with numerous smaller islands. The country's landscape is characterized by breathtaking mountains, lush forests, pristine beaches, and geothermal wonders. From the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, New Zealand's natural beauty neverfails to awe and inspire.Moreover, New Zealand boasts a rich cultural tapestry woven from the traditions of its indigenous Māori people and the influences of European settlers and immigrants fromaround the world. The Māori culture, with its intricate carvings, powerful haka performances, and profound connection to the land, is deeply ingrained in the fabricof New Zealand society. Meanwhile, the contributions of European settlers have left their mark on everything from architecture to cuisine, creating a unique blend oftraditions and customs.Economically, New Zealand is known for its strong agricultural sector, with dairy, meat, and wool being significant exports. In recent years, tourism has also emerged as a key driver of the economy, drawing visitors from far and wide to experience the country's natural wonders and adventure activities. Additionally, sectorssuch as technology, film production, and educationcontribute to New Zealand's diverse and dynamic economy.One cannot discuss New Zealand without mentioning its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability. The country is renowned for its pristine wilderness areas, national parks, and efforts to protect endangered species. From the majestic kiwi bird to the playful Hector's dolphin,New Zealand is home to a remarkable array of flora andfauna found nowhere else on Earth.In terms of education, New Zealand boasts a world-class system that emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and innovation. Its universities consistently rank among the best in the world, attracting students from across theglobe to pursue their academic aspirations in a supportive and inclusive environment.In conclusion, New Zealand is a land of unparalleled beauty, rich culture, economic vitality, and environmental stewardship. Whether exploring its awe-inspiring landscapes, immersing oneself in its vibrant culture, or engaging with its dynamic economy, New Zealand offers a trulyunforgettable experience for residents and visitors alike.。

Unit One General IntroductionReferences朱永涛主编，《英语国家社会与文化入门》（上册），高等教育出版社朱永涛主编，《英语国家社会与文化入门》（下册），高等教育出版社张奎武，《英美概况》，吉林科学技术出版社陈执义王祖兴，《英语国家社会与文化简明教程》，化学工业出版社余志远，《英语国家概况》，外语教学与研究出版社刘晓蕖，《英语国家社会与文化》，中国电力出版社宣念念，朱建，《主要英语国家概况》，华南理工大学出版社何田，《英语学习背景知识新编》，北京大学出版社孙致礼，《西方风俗觅趣》，华中理工大学出版社胡文仲, 《英美文化辞典》，外语教学与研究出版社蒋澄生廖定中，《英语学习背景知识精粹》，上海外语教育出版社王恩铭，《当代美国社会与文化》，上海外语教育出版社严维明等，《当代美国概况》（修订本)，上海译文出版社[美]玛丽安娜·卡尼·戴特斯曼等，《美国文化背景》(第3版)，世界图书出版社王波，《美国历史与文化选读--美国人文系列》，北京大学出版社袁鸣，《美国文化与社会十五讲》，北京大学出版社邓炎昌，《现代美国社会与文化》，高等教育出版社梅仁毅，《美国研究读本》，外语教学与研究出版社朱永涛，《美国价值观》，外语教学与研究出版社肖惠云，《当代英国概况（修订版）》，上海译文出版社王虹，《当代英国社会与文化》，上海外语教育出版社贾海鹰、张前，《澳新风貌》，西北电子科技大学Websites:Across the Planet/Webmesh Global Network/Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia/wiki/Main_PageCIA – The World Fact Bookhttps:///library/publications/the-world-factbook/ Library of Congress/index.htmlBuzzleUniversity Libraries of University of Colorado Boulder/index.htmInfoplease/English Onlinehttp://202.194.48.102/englishonline/Office for National Statistics/ons/index.htmlFancy English/Putclub/index.phpNational Geographic Channel/British Broadcast (BBC)/Cable News Network (CNN)/Public Broadcasting Service/America’s Story from America’s Library/United States of America Geography/RefLib/UsaGeography/UsaGeography.htm Britain UnLimited/Australian Government.au/Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Australia .au/Australian Bureau of Statistics.au/Unit Two History Websites:History/About American History/American History for English Learners/voa/history/United States History/US history/Colonialhall/Passionate about History of Britain/British History/industry.html A Vision of Britain through Time/index.jspUK History and Visits/British History Online/BBC British History/history/british/British History Travel/British Royal Family History/British International History Group/Medieval History of Britain/Medieval.htmThe British Empire/The History of Canada/canada-history/The Hidden Story of Australia’s Missing Links/Unit Three Political System Websites:Political Resources on the Net/U.S. Government/U.S. Department of State/The Central Intelligence Agencyhttps:///index.htmlCongress/United States House of Representatives/The American foreign policy council/The British Monarchy/Home.aspxOfficial Website of the United Kingdom Government https:///British Parliament/Scottish Parliament/Northern Ireland Assembly/Government of Canadahttp://www.canada.gc.ca/Department of Justicehttp://canada.justice.gc.ca/Prime Minister of Australia.au/Australian Politics/New Zealand Government/The New Zealand Legislation/Unit Four Education Websites:Education USAhttps:///Harvard University/Study in the USA/Home Education in the UK/Higher Education in Britain/British Council/Infozee-study Abroad/Canadian Teacher Magazine/New Zealand Educationthe Australian Qualifications Framework.au/The Australian Education Network.au/Australia Education/New Zealand Education/The Ministry of Education of New Zealand/Unit Five Traditions and Customs Websites:Web-Holidays/The Ultimate Source for Out-of-the –ordinary Trips/The Literature Network/Travel Video Store/YCTV/T&T's Real Travels/Life in the USA/A view on Cities/_cityindex.htmJazz in America/NBA/USA Tourist/english/index.htmlTourist Information UK/UK Travel Guide/index.htmlLondon Tourism/articles/london-travel/Luxury Vacations UK/home.aspxRoyal Museums Greenwich/The Church of England/Virtual Museum of Canadahttp://www.museevirtuel-virtualmuseum.ca/index-eng.jspCanadian Heritagehttp://www.pch.gc.ca/eng/1266366005340/1268235063611Guide to Australia.au/australiaAustralian Animals/articles/australian-animals/Reef Magic/Australian Explorer/Australian Aboriginal Art/index.phpNew Zealand on the Web/The Great New Zealand/Unit Six EconomyWebsites:American Economic History/~cescott/economics.html An Outline of the U.S. Economyembassy.de/etexts/oecon/index.htmOECD Economic Survey of the United Kingdom/redirect/eco/surveys/uk/National Bureau of Economic Research of Britain/Bank of England/Pages/home.aspxOil & Gas UK/Economy of Canadaq.ca/The Canadian Federation of Agriculturehttp://www.cfa-fca.ca/Canadian Manufacturing/The Australian Business Journal.au/ Australian Trade Commission.au/New Zealand Farming/Unit Seven Social Highlights Websites:Global Issues/U.S. Department of Health & Human Services/Equality Advisory and Support Service/Art and Social Issues in American Culture/Social, Political, and Cultural Issues in America/MRC/SocialIssues.htmlThe American Civil Liberties Union/The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee /Early American Crime/Crime in America/British Newspapers and News Online/Anarchy in the UK/The Social Care Institute for Excellence/Weddings in the UK/Canadian Foundation for Drug Policyhttp://www.cfdp.ca/Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Networkhttp://www.aidslaw.ca/Canadian Centre on Substance Abusesa.ca/Pages/Home.aspxThe Australian Council of Social Service.au/The New Zealand Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Research Centre /Issues in New Zealand/。

The Education And Culture Of New ZealandNew Zealand is located in the southwest of Oceania, close to Australia, with its reputation as the “The land of the long white cloud.”When we refer to New Zealand, its education and culture are two indispensab le aspects.With the rapid development of science and technology, education and talent has become the core of a nation's comprehensive national strength and international competitiveness .As a result, countries around the world generally attach importance to the development of education, to guarantee the quality of its personnel training.Believe it or not, it is widely acknowledged that the New Zealand education system is one of the best education systems in the world. Most children start school at the age of five,The New Zealand government regulations, the age of six to children under the age of 16 must go to School, including Primary School (Primary School) and high School (Secondary School). The country's six hundred and sixty thousand primary and middle school students study in more than two thousand eight hundred national primary and secondary schools. 8% of the primary and middle school students have no background in English. And t here is no charge for public schools in New Zealand, but parents need to uniform pay cost and provide lunch for the children. Besides, New Zealand education institutions are divided into Tertiary Institution, including University, the comprehensive technical college or polytechnic and the college of education; secondary school; Primary School and private training institutions.On the other hand, the New Zealand government set up a variety of difficult allowance to encourages adults continue to accept higher education. It is said that New Zealand citizens in 20 ~ 40 years old received higher education and a certificate of the people is more than 40% of the total number of citizens. And according to New Zealand law, it is unnecessary for them to take loan prob lems into consideration if they couldn’t find a job after graduation.In terms of what I am interested in education of New Zealand, I think it is their advanced educational concept. For example, in New Zealand, the student is the center of teaching and learning. The focus of education lies in how students experience and explore in the learning .In the process of learning, as a result of learning and teaching is based on the students and teachers, students and students, and students and their environment of communication and interaction between, therefore, the active participation of students is very important. In my opinion, China should also study this educational concept.Meanwhile, I'm interested in New Zealand culture. New Zealand is a country of diversity, much of contemporary New Zealand culture is derived from British roots. It was also affected by American, Australian and Maori cultures, European cultures and Asian cultures. Also, New Zealand society advocated freedom of speech and religion, and everyone is equal.As is known to all, the Maori is the first group of inhabitants in New Zealand. Therefore, Maori culture is a very important part of New Zealand culture. Maori has a long history and splendid culture. Maori language has a unique sense of poetry and musical. It is an official language of New Zealand. Music and dance are an integral part of Maori culture ,the Maori love traditional songs and dance. In addition to the music and dance, in terms of art, wood carving is the cultural characteristics of the margin. Nowadays, wood carvings has become the best gift to give.The influence of Maori, also European and Asian cultures makes New Zealand a colourful and vibrant place with many different customs and food to enjoy. For exam ple kiwi in New Zealand has already been famous around the world.Further more, I think china ought to learn the advantages of the New Zealand education and culture. Only by developing education and culture, can China become a rich and powerful country.。