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The first people of the Chatham Islands were the Moriori, descended from the East Polynesians who also settled mainland New Zealand. A group migrated here probably in the fifteenth century, and genealogy and artefacts s…

Scenery ranges from sandy beaches to swampland, lakes and rivers to ocean vistas, and from the cliffs to the hills. The landscape is made up of fern, pasture and forest. Situated far from other land, the Chathams have …

=== Moriori === The first human inhabitants of the Chatham Islands are the Moriori. They are descended from the East Polynesians who settled New Zealand and from whom the Māori also descended. A group of New Zealand Po…

The Chatham Islands ( CHAT-əm; Moriori: Rēkohu, lit. 'Misty Sun'; Māori: Wharekauri), officially the Chatham Islands Territory, are an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean about 800 km (430 nmi) east of New Zealand's South …

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Chatha…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Chatham …

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Chatham Islands, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Chatham Islands do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved here!

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Chatham Islands? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking for. Ever…

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in Afar Region is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of Afar Region would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!