List of unofficial observances in New Zealand

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Apart from the public holidays in New Zealand, usually celebrated by a paid day off work, there are a number of unofficial observances in New Zealand that are celebrated for days, weeks or months. Most of these are international in nature. They range from established traditions of major world religions to spoofs such as Talk Like A Pirate Day.

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Days

Weeks

Many of these national weeks change from year to year.

Months

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