The society is incredibly multi-cultural
You would never think that a country nestled in the corner of the world would be so multi-cultural, but you really don’t realize how different it is until you arrive. There are literally people from all over the world that live in New Zealand. Most of the island is inhabited by immigrants from European countries, but the “miniorities” on the island make up a majority of the population. The native Māori play a large role in society, and you will see many of their customs intertwined into modern customs. There are many Asians and Africans who have also immigrated to the country over the years, making it a literal melting pot of cultures. But, it’s not like other countries where there seems to be tension among the different cultures that you see. They believe in a principle that they call “a fair go.” If something goes wrong, then New Zealand people are more likely to give people a second chance so that they can prove themselves or show that things can be done differently.