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The 10 Systems of New Zealand (Aotearoa)

New Zealand works through ten connected systems that keep the country running — from how we make laws and earn a living, to how we care for our land, share information, and shape our future. None of these systems stand alone. Each affects the others, creating the network that holds our society together.

Understanding these systems helps explain why things work the way they do — and how decisions, big or small, ripple through the whole country. By seeing how government, iwi, business, media, and community all connect, we can better understand who we are as a nation — and where we’re heading next.

All 80 Videos & Articles

Below is the complete list of every topic covered in the Kiwi Unity learning series — presented side by side so you can explore by video or article, whichever suits your style.

Scroll, click, and learn. Every subject is linked to its matching video and article pair so you can watch, read, or share.

Videos (YouTube) 

1️⃣The Big Picture - How New Zealand Fits Together

  1. How Power Flows Through New Zealand

  2. The Three Pillars — Government, People & Land

  3. Our Story in Motion — Past to Present

  4. How NZ’s Values Shape Its Systems

  5. The Kiwi Way — Fairness, Whānau & Freedom

  6. How Global Forces Influence NZ

  7. Balancing Progress and Protection

  8. Truth, Understanding & Unity — Why They Matter

2️⃣ Our People — The Heart of NZ (Aotearoa)

  1. Who We Are — A Nation of Many Roots

  2. Māori & the Treaty — The Living Partnership

  3. The Pacific Connection

  4. Migration & Modern Identity

  5. Kiwis Overseas — The Fifth Region

  6. Youth Voices & Future Leaders

  7. Elders & Community Wisdom

  8. Volunteering & Social Strength

3️⃣ The Land — Our Foundation

  1. How NZ Was Formed — Geology & Geography

  2. The Land We Share — Ownership & Use

  3. Conservation & Biodiversity

  4. Food & Farming — Feeding Ourselves & the World

  5. Water — Source of Life and Debate

  6. Housing the Nation — Land Use & Planning

  7. Natural Hazards & Resilience

  8. Climate Change in Aotearoa

4️⃣ The System of Government

  1. How Laws Are Made in NZ

  2. The Role of Parliament & MPs

  3. The Cabinet & Executive Power

  4. The Judiciary & the Rule of Law

  5. Local Government — Councils & Communities

  6. The Public Service & Accountability

  7. Checks & Balances — Ombudsman, Auditor-General & Courts

  8. How Elections Work — MMP Explained

5️⃣ The Economy — Building & Sharing Prosperity

  1. What Drives NZ’s Economy

  2. Small Business & Innovation

  3. Farming, Forestry & Fisheries

  4. Tourism & Exports

  5. Trade Partners & Global Links

  6. The Role of Government in the Economy

  7. Tax & Public Spending Simplified

  8. Inflation, Debt & the Cost of Living

6️⃣ Social Systems — How We Live Together

  1. Health & Wellbeing in NZ

  2. Education — From ECE to Tertiary

  3. Welfare & Social Support

  4. Housing & Homelessness

  5. Justice & Corrections Reform

  6. Equality & Inclusion — Progress & Challenges

  7. Policing & Community Safety

  8. Technology & Digital Access

7️⃣ Culture & Identity

  1. The Kiwi Spirit — What Defines Us

  2. Language & Expression — Te Reo and Beyond

  3. The Arts & Storytelling

  4. Sport & National Pride

  5. Media & Information Power

  6. Faith, Belief & Freedom

  7. Celebrations & Traditions

  8. Diversity & Belonging

8️⃣ Environment & Sustainability

  1. Protecting Nature — Our Responsibility

  2. Renewable Energy & Future Power

  3. Waste, Recycling & Circular Economy

  4. Sustainable Farming & Fishing

  5. Urban Design & Green Spaces

  6. Clean Water & Air — Our Right to Breathe

  7. Conservation Heroes & Community Action

  8. Measuring Our Impact — Carbon & Beyond

9️⃣ Innovation & The Future

  1. Science & Research in NZ

  2. The Rise of AI & Technology Ethics

  3. Future of Work & Automation

  4. Transport & Infrastructure 2025+

  5. Space, Oceans & Frontier Innovation

  6. Education for the Future Generations

  7. Building Resilient Communities

  8. Preparing for Global Shifts

🔟 Unity & The Way Forward

  1. What Unites Us as Kiwis

  2. Tackling Division & Misinformation

  3. Working Together — Public, Private & People

  4. The Role of Media in Truth & Trust

  5. Learning from Our Past Mistakes

  6. Strength in Diversity

  7. Hope & Responsibility for the Next Generation

  8. The Kiwi Unity Promise — One Nation, Many Voices

 

Articles

1️⃣The Big Picture - How New Zealand Fits Together

  1. How Power Flows Through New Zealand

  2. The Three Pillars — Government, People & Land

  3. Our Story in Motion — Past to Present

  4. How NZ’s Values Shape Its Systems

  5. The Kiwi Way — Fairness, Whānau & Freedom

  6. How Global Forces Influence NZ

  7. Balancing Progress and Protection

  8. Truth, Understanding & Unity — Why They Matter

2️⃣ Our People — The Heart of NZ (Aotearoa)

  1. Who We Are — A Nation of Many Roots

  2. Māori & the Treaty — The Living Partnership

  3. The Pacific Connection

  4. Migration & Modern Identity

  5. Kiwis Overseas — The Fifth Region

  6. Youth Voices & Future Leaders

  7. Elders & Community Wisdom

  8. Volunteering & Social Strength

3️⃣ The Land — Our Foundation

  1. How NZ Was Formed — Geology & Geography

  2. The Land We Share — Ownership & Use

  3. Conservation & Biodiversity

  4. Food & Farming — Feeding Ourselves & the World

  5. Water — Source of Life and Debate

  6. Housing the Nation — Land Use & Planning

  7. Natural Hazards & Resilience

  8. Climate Change in Aotearoa

4️⃣ The System of Government

  1. How Laws Are Made in NZ

  2. The Role of Parliament & MPs

  3. The Cabinet & Executive Power

  4. The Judiciary & the Rule of Law

  5. Local Government — Councils & Communities

  6. The Public Service & Accountability

  7. Checks & Balances — Ombudsman, Auditor-General & Courts

  8. How Elections Work — MMP Explained

5️⃣ The Economy — Building & Sharing Prosperity

  1. What Drives NZ’s Economy

  2. Small Business & Innovation

  3. Farming, Forestry & Fisheries

  4. Tourism & Exports

  5. Trade Partners & Global Links

  6. The Role of Government in the Economy

  7. Tax & Public Spending Simplified

  8. Inflation, Debt & the Cost of Living

6️⃣ Social Systems — How We Live Together

  1. Health & Wellbeing in NZ

  2. Education — From ECE to Tertiary

  3. Welfare & Social Support

  4. Housing & Homelessness

  5. Justice & Corrections Reform

  6. Equality & Inclusion — Progress & Challenges

  7. Policing & Community Safety

  8. Technology & Digital Access

7️⃣ Culture & Identity

  1. The Kiwi Spirit — What Defines Us

  2. Language & Expression — Te Reo and Beyond

  3. The Arts & Storytelling

  4. Sport & National Pride

  5. Media & Information Power

  6. Faith, Belief & Freedom

  7. Celebrations & Traditions

  8. Diversity & Belonging

8️⃣ Environment & Sustainability

  1. Protecting Nature — Our Responsibility

  2. Renewable Energy & Future Power

  3. Waste, Recycling & Circular Economy

  4. Sustainable Farming & Fishing

  5. Urban Design & Green Spaces

  6. Clean Water & Air — Our Right to Breathe

  7. Conservation Heroes & Community Action

  8. Measuring Our Impact — Carbon & Beyond

9️⃣ Innovation & The Future

  1. Science & Research in NZ

  2. The Rise of AI & Technology Ethics

  3. Future of Work & Automation

  4. Transport & Infrastructure 2025+

  5. Space, Oceans & Frontier Innovation

  6. Education for the Future Generations

  7. Building Resilient Communities

  8. Preparing for Global Shifts

🔟 Unity & The Way Forward

  1. What Unites Us as Kiwis

  2. Tackling Division & Misinformation

  3. Working Together — Public, Private & People

  4. The Role of Media in Truth & Trust

  5. Learning from Our Past Mistakes

  6. Strength in Diversity

  7. Hope & Responsibility for the Next Generation

  8. The Kiwi Unity Promise — One Nation, Many Voices

 

Knowledge builds unity

Understanding how our country works isn’t about politics — it’s about connection.
Every video and article you explore here helps rebuild a clearer, fairer picture of New Zealand (Aotearoa) — one that belongs to everyone.