Auckland - City Sights

Waiheke Island

How long is the island’s coastline?

133.5 km

How long is the coastline of Waiheke Island?

133.5 km

How many kilometres from Auckland is Waiheke Island?

17.7 kilometres 

There are numerous beaches on Waiheke Island. What is the name of the main beach?

Oneroa Beach

Waiheke has become known as New Zealand’s what?

Island of wine

Waiheke is the second largest island in the gulf, second to which island?

Great Barrier Island

What is the name of the art exhibition which can be viewed on Waiheke Island?

Sculpture on the Gulf

What is the name of the artist who drew this picture?

Alfred Sharpe

Which 19th-century artist is known for painting detailed landscapes of New Zealand, such as this depiction of a native forest?

Alfred Sharpe

What is the name of the attraction with remains from World War II that can be visited on the island?

Stony Batter

What is the name of the ferry terminal on Waiheke Island which is also shown in the picture?

Matiatia

What is the name of the island’s only airport?

Waiheke Island Aerodrome

What is true about Waiheke Island?

Nuclear-free zone

Which is the easiest way to go to Waiheke Island?

By Ferry

Which of the following features is true about the island?

It is very hilly

Which of the following features is true about the Waiheke Island?

It is known for its vineyards and beaches

What is the name of the highest point on Waiheke Island?

Maunganui

Sky Tower

A competition is held annually of who can climb the stairs of the tower fastest. Who competes?

Firefighters

How many elevators are there in the Tower?

4

How many visitors per day does the tower have on average?

1,150

How much did the tower cost?

50 million dollars

How tall is the tower?

328 meters

How tall is the SkyTower in Auckland?

328 meters

It is popular to jump from the tower. What is the jump called?

SkyJump

On what floor of the tower can the Sky Deck be found?

The 60th floor

The Sky Tower is often coloured in different colours in support of different causes and organizations. What does the colour gold symbolize?

New Zealand Olympic Team

What is rotating on top of the tower? 

A restaurant

What is the name of the construction company which was given the assignment of building the tower?

Fletcher Construction

What is the name of the street that the Sky Tower is on?

Corner Victoria and Federal Streets

What year did the construction of the Sky Tower in Auckland start?

1994

What year was the tower completed?

1997

Which tower is inspired by Sky Tower and designed by the same company?

Macau Tower

Who are the owners of Sky Tower?

SkyCity Entertainment Group

What type of lamps does the upper half of the tower use?

LED

Auckland Zoo

Auckland Zoo is a full institutional member of what? 

Zoo and Aquarium Association

How many different species of animals are in Auckland Zoo? 

138

Around 135

The picture shows a famous hippo from Auckland Zoo. What is her name? 

Snorkle

What was the name of the beloved hippopotamus who lived at Auckland Zoo for over 50 years and passed away in 2010?

Snorkle

What is the animal we can see in the picture?

Sea lion

What is the name of the park next to Auckland Zoo?

Western Springs

What is the total number of animals in Auckland Zoo?

About 1000

What type of animal came to Auckland Zoo in November of 1930?

Elephant

What was the big novelty of Auckland Zoo in 1982?

A big aquarium

What was the cause of the financial problem Auckland Zoo suffered during the period 1939-1945?

World War II

What was the name of the person who in 1911 bought six acres of land in order to open the first zoological facility in Auckland?

J.J. Boyd

What year did the Auckland Zoo become ISO 14001 certified?

2007

What year did the Auckland Zoo open?

1922

What year was the “Te Wao Nui” at Auckland Zoo opened?

2011

Who runs Auckland Zoo?

City Hall

What were the names of the chimpanzee couple who arrived in Auckland Zoo in the mid-80s?

Mike and Lucy