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Auckland

American  
[awk-luhnd] / ˈɔk lənd /

noun

  1. a seaport on N North Island, in New Zealand.


Auckland British  
/ ˈɔːklənd /

noun

  1. the chief port of New Zealand, in the northern part of North Island: former capital of New Zealand (1840–65). Pop: 420 700 (2004 est)

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Auckland Cultural  
  1. Largest city and chief port of New Zealand, located in the northwestern part of the North Island.


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As the players step out into the driving Auckland rain to face the Cook Islands, they channel their energy and determination, unfazed by the weather.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

Goebel operates out of Auckland, New Zealand, in a dance studio she created called the Palace.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

In Auckland, the Hāngī Master, Rewi Spraggon, honors his ancestors with his traditional hāngī catered cooking.

From Salon Jul. 26, 2026

Auckland International Airport said domestic and international traffic fell around 4-5% on year, and are running 13-16% below pre-pandemic levels.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

In 1988, a guide from Auckland named Gary Ball became Hall’s primary climbing partner and closest friend.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

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