New Zealand: History

New Zealand becomes a British Dominion.

New Zealand gains full independence from the United Kingdom. 

Government rescues Air New Zealand, which was privatized 12 years ago, and takes an 83% stake in the carrier.

New Zealand's economy goes into recession for the first time since 1998, shrinking its economy and raising unemployment rates. 

New Zealand becomes the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to legalize same-sex marriage.