Asked by sk8rgurl

Why is New Zealand considered part of Polynesia?

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Answered by Ms. Sue
Not all geographers would consider New Zealand as part of Polynesia. But it's a convenient place to locate this country, especially because its indigenous peoples probably came from Polynesia.

Answered by Ms. Sue
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polynesian_Triangle