

New Zealand's awesome landscapes, lush forests, amazing wildlife and pleasant climate make it a haven for many outdoor activities, and a great place to unwind. New Zealand society is diverse, sophisticated, and multicultural, and the honesty, friendliness, and openness of Kiwis will impress you. And the great advantage of New Zealand is that all of its diverse physical, cultural, and artistic landscapes are so close to each other!
http://www.newzealand.com/travel/International/
We are also home to the world famous All Blacks rugby team, and New Zealand plays host to the Rugby World Cup in Sept/Oct 2011
Palmerston North is New Zealand's sixth biggest city and home to NZ's largest University - Massey University and is the nations defence capital with major Army and Air Force bases. It is the main centre of the Manawatu region (population 130,000), and is the central gateway to New Zealand culture and the beautiful North Island of New Zealand. Conveniently located half way between Rotorua and Wellington, the region combines the charm of rural New Zealand with the sophisticated provincial appeal of Palmerston North city.