New Zealand

New Zealand was a country composed of a group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean on Earth. The country's capital city was Wellington. 

The native inhabitants of New Zealand were known as the Māori. 

New Zealand was covered by rain forests similar to the forests found on the planet Dakala. New Zealand's largest mountain, Mount Cook, was located near the west coast of New Zealand's South Island, adjacent to the city of Christchurch, which was located on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island. 

During the 24th century, New Zealand was the site of the prestigious Pennington School, that was located in Wellington. 

In 2364, prior to stardate 41775, the Federation was in diplomatic negations with the New Zealand government. 

It was also the location of the Federation's minimum security New Zealand Penal Settlement. 

The 22nd century starship, HMS New Zealand, was named for New Zealand. 

The 24th century starship, USS Wellington, was named after the former capital of the islands.