What is the Capital of New Zealand?

The flag of New Zealand has a dark blue field with the flag of the United Kingdom — the Union Jack — in the canton and a representation of the Southern Cross constellation, made up of four five-pointed white-edged red stars, on the fly side of the field.
Capital of New Zealand Wellington

The capital city of New Zealand is Wellington. New Zealand is located in Australia and New Zealand, Oceania, with a population of 5,324,700. The official currency is the New Zealand dollar and the primary language spoken is English.

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Capital of New Zealand — FAQ

What is the capital of New Zealand?

The capital of New Zealand is Wellington.

Is Wellington the largest city in New Zealand?

No — while Wellington is the capital, the largest city in New Zealand is Auckland.

What country is Wellington in?

Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand.

What continent is Wellington in?

Wellington, the capital of New Zealand, is located in Oceania.

Visiting Wellington?

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