The effects of the recession and the relentlessly awful weather in the UK have left many people dreaming of warmer climes and the chance to get away from it all.

Some 18,800 km away, the islands of New Zealand will soon welcome the arrival of the Royal Easter Show in Auckland.

From April 1st to 5th, thousands of people head to the family event for a traditional day out filled with a mix of fairground rides, live shows, exhibitions and livestock events.

The show’s Agricultural and Pastoral section is one of the most popular parts of the event, with equestrian contests featuring riders from under tens to adults, as well as cattle, sheep and goats shown in a number of categories.

If you are contemplating heading out to the Australasian country, then a day out such as this is the perfect way to learn more about the New Zealand way of life.

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