Masterton

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/masterton

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Masterton?Wairarapa region, North Island, New Zealand
2. How many people live in Masterton?Urban population: 22,600. District population: 28,900 (as of June 2025)
3. What is the capital of Masterton?Seat of the Masterton District
4. What language do people speak in Masterton?English, Māori
5. When was Masterton built?Historical development linked to agricultural expansion (specific date not provided)
6. What is Masterton known for?Masterton is a town in New Zealand famous for sheep shearing and the world‑renowned Golden Shears competition.

Territorial Authority: A local government entity responsible for administering a defined geographical area and its residents.
Riparian: Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or stream.
Indigenous Heritage: The cultural traditions, history, and knowledge passed down from the original inhabitants of a land.
Economic Diversification: The process of expanding an economy to include a wider range of industries and activities.