Reference list

Baker, Lee (2004). Way of the Jafa: the guide to surviving Auckland and Aucklanders. Hodder Moa Beckett: Auckland.
Written as an amusing introduction to Auckland culture according to the philosophy of the Jafa, that is, Aucklander (Jafa having several interpretations along the lines of 'just another friendly/fun/f.. Aucklander'

Bell, Daphne (ed) (2001). New to New Zealand: A guide to ethnic groups in New Zealand. Reed: Auckland.

Bluck, John (2001). Killing us softly: challenging the Kiwi culture of complaint. Shoal Bay Press: Christchurch.
Includes author's analysis of NZ culture in past as well as present; focusses on specific aspects of NZ culture today (e.g., sport, media, biculturalism)in relation to his premise that NZers focus too much on what's wrong rather than what's good.

Hofstede, G (1980). Cultures consequences: international differences in work-related values. Sage: Newbury Park, California.

Hooker, John (2003). Working across cultures. Stanford Business Books: Stanford.

Metge, Joan (1984). Learning and Teaching - He Tikanga Maori. Department of Education: Wellington.

N and T Hayward (1976). New Zealandeze: A Traveller's Guide to the Kiwi Language. Hayward Publications: Nelson, New Zealand.

Polynesian Advisory Committee (1975). Understanding Pakehas. Vocational Training Council: Wellington.

Steele, Roger. (ed) (1992) Cultural Identity - Whakamana Tangata. Quest Rapuara, The Career Development & Transition Service, Wellington: NZ.

Winks, Robin (1954). These New Zealanders. Whitcombe & Tombs
Winks was in NZ as an American Fulbright scholar

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