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New Zealand
Everything about New Zealand on 360n60: 1 history, 1 dates in history, 2 future. Each told in 60 words.
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Future · 2
- Future · 22 July 2028 · Predicted
A total solar eclipse crosses Australia and New Zealand
On 22 July 2028, the Moon's shadow crosses Australia from the Kimberley in the northwest to Sydney in the southeast, then passes over New Zealand's South Island. Along the path, day will turn to twilight for several minutes. Sydney will see its first total solar eclipse in more than 150 years.
- Future · 29 May 2053 · Anniversary
100 years since the first ascent of Everest
On 29 May 2053, the world marks 100 years since Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay stood on the summit of Mount Everest. Thousands of climbers have reached the top since, but the first ascent remains one of the great moments of exploration.