For those coming to Tauranga from overseas here is a little more information
to make your trip a little easier.
Electricity
Electricity is supplied throughout New Zealand at 230/240 volts, 50
hertz. Most hotels and motels provide 110 volt ac sockets (rated at 20 watts)
for electric razors only.
For all other equipment, an adapter/converter is necessary, unless the item
has a multi-voltage option. Please note that power outlets only accept flat 3
or 2-pin plugs, depending on whether an earth connection is fitted.
Public Call-Phones
Most public call-phones take cards purchased from bookstalls and newsagents,
with a minimum value of NZ$2. Some public call-phones also accept credit cards,
but very few accept coins.
New Zealand
phone numbers appear online in the White Pages (alphabetical listings) and Yellow Pages (business
category listings).
Mobile Phones
Check with your phone company before leaving home about international mobile
roam facilities available in New
Zealand.
Alternatively Phone
Hire New Zealand and Vodafone
allow visitors to hire mobile phones or SIM cards.
Laptops
You will need a RJ45 type plug to be able to connect your laptop into a
computer socket in New
Zealand, and an adaptor with a flat two or
three-point power plug to connect to the power supply.
