Greeks In New Zealand
There is a community of about 4,500 people of Greek descent in New Zealand.
Greek New Zealanders (Greek: Ελληνοζηλανδοί, Ellinozilandi) have a heavy concentration in Wellington, and to a lesser extent Christchurch and Auckland. Smaller communities of Greeks reside in Palmerston North, Wanganui, Dunedin, Hamilton and Napier.
Many Greek New Zealanders maintain their Greek identity through the observation of Greek customs and traditions, and their adherence to their Greek Orthodox (Christian) faith, whilst also assimilating into New Zealand society.
Read more about Greeks In New Zealand: Migration, Greek Communities, Greece–New Zealand Relations, New Zealand Honours
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