Oct 30, 2007 | BBC
Regions and territories: Tokelau
Three far-flung coral atolls - Atafu, Nukunonu and Fakaofo - make up Tokelau, a Polynesian territory of New Zealand in the South Pacific. via BBC
New Zealand, a wealthy Pacific nation, is dominated by two cultural groups: New Zealanders of European descent, and the minority Maori, whose Polynesian ancestors arrived on the islands around 1,000 years ago. via BBC
Tokelau referendum result out today
“The decision is your's, it is a decision only Tokelauans can make. And we will respect it.”
CONTROVERSIAL FIGURE: Congregational Christian Church pastor Iosua Faamaoni blesses voting on Atafu in Tokelau. via Manawatu Evening Standard