Kiwi Christmas 2027

2. (4): New Zealand's famous flightless national bird.
3. (7): Slip-slop-slap summer footwear essential for a trip to the beach.
8. (9): Absolute necessity to avoid getting burned while celebrating outdoors.
9. (4): A traditional Māori canoe, perhaps how Santa arrives at the beach.
10. (9): The Māori name for New Zealand, often translated as "The land of the long white cloud."
11. (4): What you do in the ocean or pool to escape the heat.
12. (4): What you give and receive from friends and family.
15. (8): The month when Christmas falls at the start of the Kiwi summer.
18. (11): This beautiful coastal tree is famous for its vibrant red blossoms in mid-summer.
22. (6): What Santa Claus says when he arrives.
23. (9): Another name for the long, low-slung breed of dog we discussed.

1. (7): The classic summer sport often watched or played on the lawn on Christmas Day.
2. (6): A common Māori greeting, perfect for wishing someone a peaceful holiday.
4. (5): The big man in red who drives a sleigh.
5. (8): The common way to cook the Christmas ham or sausages in the summer heat.
6. (7): Another name for the coast or beach area.
7. (7): The light, airy, meringue-based dessert often topped with fresh summer fruit.
8. (6): The season New Zealand celebrates Christmas in.
13. (8): A two-word frozen treat enjoyed to cool down on a hot Christmas day.
14. (6): This classic layered dessert is often served cold at a Christmas lunch.
16. (5): The most popular destination after opening presents on Christmas morning.
17. BIN (5, 3): What Kiwis call the large, insulated box used to keep drinks and food cool.
19. (3): A common native bird with distinctive white throat tufts, often seen near Pōhutukawa flowers.
20. (5): The Māori word for love and compassion.
21. (7): Though not worn in summer, these are an iconic piece of New Zealand footwear.