The Compass: New Zealand

Graced with glacial mountains, dramatic fjords, and sapphire lakes, New Zealand is a natural paradise.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌    ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  

 

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New Zealand

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Graced with glacial mountains, dramatic fjords, and sapphire lakes, New Zealand is a natural paradise. The epic landscapes brim with geological drama and harbor the rich cultural heritage of the Māori, who have inhabited the islands for hundreds of years. In this edition, learn about the chunk of an ancient supercontinent discovered under New Zealand, meet the artist trying to save seabirds—by sketching them, and find out why hut-hiking is the best way to see New Zealand. Let's explore New Zealand.

SCIENCE

PHOTOGRAPH WESTEND61 GMBH, ALAMY STOCK PHOTO Chunk of an ancient supercontinent discovered under New Zealand The hidden fragment, dating as old as 1.3 billion years, is helping scientists trace the history of the mysterious “lost continent” of Zealandia. READ MORE SHARE

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF GEOFF WOODHOUSE DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION This man has helped give 460 dead whales a second life—as art Hori Parata handles dead whales on New Zealand beaches the Maori way: He extracts the bones so they can be carved into jewelry or art. READ MORE PHOTOGRAPH BY JOHN BOREN, GETTY IMAGES Why the New Zealand volcano eruption caught the world by surprise The explosive event was “the actual worst-case scenario,” geologists report. READ MORE

ILLUSTRATION BY BRIAN CHOO This toddler-size parrot was a prehistoric oddity The flightless 'squawkzilla' stood three feet tall and was twice the weight of the kakapo, the heaviest parrot alive today. READ MORE SHARE

ANIMALS

ILLUSTRATION BY ABBY MCBRIDE Meet the artist trying to save seabirds—by sketching them By drawing dwindling species such as the New Zealand storm petrel, Abby McBride hopes to give conservationists vital tools. READ MORE PHOTOGRAPH BY JÉRÔME MALLEFET This deep-sea shark is one of the world’s largest glowing animals A new study has found that three species of deep-sea shark, including the six-foot-long kitefin shark, are bioluminescent. READ MORE

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PHOTOGRAPH BY ANDREA BRUCE 4 countries where women have gained political power—and the obstacles they still face Activists, like these Māori women in New Zealand, have made huge advances, but cultural resistance—and even violence—are still barriers to overcome. READ MORE SHARE

TRAVEL

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PHOTOGRAPH BY NICKSPLACE, GETTY IMAGES Here’s why hut-hiking is the best way to see New Zealand These inexpensive overnight bunks offer spectacular views, protection from the elements, and lots of local lore. READ MORE SHARE

PHOTOGRAPH BY MATTEO COLOMBO, GETTY IMAGES Here’s where to find epic adventures in New Zealand Wanaka may be a small town, but it’s a dream destination for thrill seekers. READ MORE PHOTOGRAPH BY KOKKAI, GETTY IMAGES Discover the best of Wellington Ten top picks in New Zealand's capital city. READ MORE

PHOTOGRAPH BY PAUL BIKIS, AURORA 21 spectacular photos of New Zealand adventures Head to the North and South Islands to soak in cinematic vistas, heart-pounding ski descents, surfing scenes, and more to start planning your next adventure. READ MORE SHARE

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