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==Magical beasts and beings== |
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*The [[Antipodean Opaleye]] is a [[Dragon]] native to New Zealand though it has been known to migrate to [[Australia]].{{Fact}} |
*The [[Antipodean Opaleye]] is a [[Dragon]] native to New Zealand though it has been known to migrate to [[Australia]].{{Fact}} |
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*In Maori myths, there is a [[Kelpie]] like creature called a Taniwha (TAH-NEE-FAR) that resides in rivers.{{Fact}} |
*In Maori myths, there is a [[Kelpie]] like creature called a Taniwha (TAH-NEE-FAR) that resides in rivers.{{Fact}} |
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[[File:NewZealandFlag.jpg|right|thumb|250px|A [[1994 Quidditch World Cup|1994]] [[Quidditch World Cup]] attendee waving a New Zealand flag.]] |
[[File:NewZealandFlag.jpg|right|thumb|250px|A [[1994 Quidditch World Cup|1994]] [[Quidditch World Cup]] attendee waving a New Zealand flag.]] |
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*[[Quidditch]] was introduced to New Zealand some time in the seventeenth century by a group of [[Europe]]an [[Herbology|herbologists]]. After a long day collecting samples, the [[Wizardkind|wizards]] would relax by playing Quidditch. The [[New Zealand Ministry of Magic]] has spent a lot of effort in trying to keep early Maori art depicting white wizards playing the game away from [[Muggle]]s.{{Fact}} |
*[[Quidditch]] was introduced to New Zealand some time in the seventeenth century by a group of [[Europe]]an [[Herbology|herbologists]]. After a long day collecting samples, the [[Wizardkind|wizards]] would relax by playing Quidditch. The [[New Zealand Ministry of Magic]] has spent a lot of effort in trying to keep early Maori art depicting white wizards playing the game away from [[Muggle]]s.{{Fact}} |
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==Behind the scenes== |
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*''[[Quidditch Through the Ages (real)|Quidditch Through the Ages]]'' |
*''[[Quidditch Through the Ages (real)|Quidditch Through the Ages]]'' |
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*''[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (real)|Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]'' |
*''[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (real)|Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]'' |
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Revision as of 00:51, 11 November 2012
New Zealand is a country located in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising of three main landmasses. Its capital is Wellington.
Magical beasts and beings
- The Antipodean Opaleye is a Dragon native to New Zealand though it has been known to migrate to Australia.[citation needed]
- Ghosts have been sighted throughout the country.[citation needed]
- In Maori myths, there is a Kelpie like creature called a Taniwha (TAH-NEE-FAR) that resides in rivers.[citation needed]
Magical games and sports
A 1994 Quidditch World Cup attendee waving a New Zealand flag.
- Quidditch was introduced to New Zealand some time in the seventeenth century by a group of European herbologists. After a long day collecting samples, the wizards would relax by playing Quidditch. The New Zealand Ministry of Magic has spent a lot of effort in trying to keep early Maori art depicting white wizards playing the game away from Muggles.[citation needed]
- The Moutohora Macaws are a Quidditch team from New Zealand.[citation needed]
Behind the scenes
- Chris Rankin who portrays Percy Weasley was born in Auckland, New Zealand.
- Terence Bayler who portrays the Bloody Baron was born in Wanganui, New Zealand.
Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (film) (Seen on flag)
- Quidditch Through the Ages
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
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