From the late 18th century, the country was increasingly visited by British, French and American whaling…

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The first European known to reach New Zealand was the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, who arrived in his…

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The initial settlement of New Zealand occurred around 1280 CE when it was discovered by Polynesians …

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